Overview
SCIENTIFIC SCORE
Possibly Effective
Based on 2 Researches
7.5
USERS' SCORE
Good
Based on 3 Reviews
8.7
Supplement Facts
Serving Size: 1/4 Level Teaspoon (approx. 1 g)
Amount Per Serving
%DV
Taurine (Free-From)
1 g (1,000 mg)
*
Top Medical Research Studies
7
Examining taurine's effect on migraines
We explored how taurine, an amino acid known for its potential role as a neurotransmitter, affects migraine by examining its levels in both plasma and cerebrospinal fluid during migraine attacks. The study compared these levels in migraine patients to a control group without migraines.
Interestingly, we found that patients with migraines had significantly higher levels of taurine compared to those in the control group. This observation suggests that there might be a unique response involving taurine during migraine episodes.
Additionally, we noted that in patients suffering from classic migraines, higher plasma taurine levels correlated with a decrease in headache severity. This could indicate that taurine may play a protective or regulatory role during migraine attacks, possibly as part of the body's own defensive mechanisms.
However, it's worth mentioning that the study did not report any significant differences based on age or sex, and more research will be necessary to fully understand the implications of these findings. Overall, our investigation adds a layer of insight into the complex relationship between taurine and migraine but also underscores the need for further exploration in this area.
Interestingly, we found that patients with migraines had significantly higher levels of taurine compared to those in the control group. This observation suggests that there might be a unique response involving taurine during migraine episodes.
Additionally, we noted that in patients suffering from classic migraines, higher plasma taurine levels correlated with a decrease in headache severity. This could indicate that taurine may play a protective or regulatory role during migraine attacks, possibly as part of the body's own defensive mechanisms.
However, it's worth mentioning that the study did not report any significant differences based on age or sex, and more research will be necessary to fully understand the implications of these findings. Overall, our investigation adds a layer of insight into the complex relationship between taurine and migraine but also underscores the need for further exploration in this area.
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8
Taurine and migraine neurotransmission study
We measured the levels of specific amino acids, including taurine, glycine, and glutamine, in the cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) of 38 migraine patients. To understand more about its potential role in migraines, we compared these levels with those from 10 individuals who do not suffer from headaches.
Our findings revealed that migraine patients had significantly higher levels of taurine, glycine, and glutamine compared to the healthy controls. Particularly, the differences were striking for taurine and glycine, with p-values indicating strong statistical significance.
Interestingly, we noticed that when seven of these patients received treatment with divalproex sodium, their taurine levels dropped notably compared to baseline. However, while we can see strong correlations, we should exercise caution—this study does not definitively isolate the effects of taurine itself in migraine treatment since other factors were at play during the divalproex sodium treatment.
Overall, these results suggest that issues related to neurotransmission may have a role in migraines, and taurine could be a piece of the puzzle. Yet, we must acknowledge that our research does not establish taurine as an effective standalone treatment for migraines.
Our findings revealed that migraine patients had significantly higher levels of taurine, glycine, and glutamine compared to the healthy controls. Particularly, the differences were striking for taurine and glycine, with p-values indicating strong statistical significance.
Interestingly, we noticed that when seven of these patients received treatment with divalproex sodium, their taurine levels dropped notably compared to baseline. However, while we can see strong correlations, we should exercise caution—this study does not definitively isolate the effects of taurine itself in migraine treatment since other factors were at play during the divalproex sodium treatment.
Overall, these results suggest that issues related to neurotransmission may have a role in migraines, and taurine could be a piece of the puzzle. Yet, we must acknowledge that our research does not establish taurine as an effective standalone treatment for migraines.
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Most Useful Reviews
10
Stops migraine quickly
37 people found this helpful
This product halts my migraines almost instantaneously. I'm unsure if it's because my migraines stem from vasoconstriction or due to Taurine's ability to calm the central nervous system, as migraines are likened to seizures.
Read More
9
Migraine prevention
11 people found this helpful
Taking 500mg at bedtime has kept my migraines at bay. I originally bought this for my cat who suffers from hyperthyroidism, but I discovered low GABA levels trigger my migraines. By taking 500mg of Taurine each night, I've managed to prevent my migraines. It has no taste, and I've found it even aids digestion by increasing stomach acid, making it more effective than Betaine.
Read More
7.5
Less migraines
3 people found this helpful
If you're dealing with eyestrain or following a vegan or macrobiotic diet, I highly recommend this. It's transformed my life, leading to fewer migraines and more restful sleep.
Read More
Medical Researches
SCIENTIFIC SCORE
Possibly Effective
Based on 2 Researches
7.5
- All Researches
8
Taurine and migraine neurotransmission study
We measured the levels of specific amino acids, including taurine, glycine, and glutamine, in the cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) of 38 migraine patients. To understand more about its potential role in migraines, we compared these levels with those from 10 individuals who do not suffer from headaches.
Our findings revealed that migraine patients had significantly higher levels of taurine, glycine, and glutamine compared to the healthy controls. Particularly, the differences were striking for taurine and glycine, with p-values indicating strong statistical significance.
Interestingly, we noticed that when seven of these patients received treatment with divalproex sodium, their taurine levels dropped notably compared to baseline. However, while we can see strong correlations, we should exercise caution—this study does not definitively isolate the effects of taurine itself in migraine treatment since other factors were at play during the divalproex sodium treatment.
Overall, these results suggest that issues related to neurotransmission may have a role in migraines, and taurine could be a piece of the puzzle. Yet, we must acknowledge that our research does not establish taurine as an effective standalone treatment for migraines.
Our findings revealed that migraine patients had significantly higher levels of taurine, glycine, and glutamine compared to the healthy controls. Particularly, the differences were striking for taurine and glycine, with p-values indicating strong statistical significance.
Interestingly, we noticed that when seven of these patients received treatment with divalproex sodium, their taurine levels dropped notably compared to baseline. However, while we can see strong correlations, we should exercise caution—this study does not definitively isolate the effects of taurine itself in migraine treatment since other factors were at play during the divalproex sodium treatment.
Overall, these results suggest that issues related to neurotransmission may have a role in migraines, and taurine could be a piece of the puzzle. Yet, we must acknowledge that our research does not establish taurine as an effective standalone treatment for migraines.
Read More
7
Examining taurine's effect on migraines
We explored how taurine, an amino acid known for its potential role as a neurotransmitter, affects migraine by examining its levels in both plasma and cerebrospinal fluid during migraine attacks. The study compared these levels in migraine patients to a control group without migraines.
Interestingly, we found that patients with migraines had significantly higher levels of taurine compared to those in the control group. This observation suggests that there might be a unique response involving taurine during migraine episodes.
Additionally, we noted that in patients suffering from classic migraines, higher plasma taurine levels correlated with a decrease in headache severity. This could indicate that taurine may play a protective or regulatory role during migraine attacks, possibly as part of the body's own defensive mechanisms.
However, it's worth mentioning that the study did not report any significant differences based on age or sex, and more research will be necessary to fully understand the implications of these findings. Overall, our investigation adds a layer of insight into the complex relationship between taurine and migraine but also underscores the need for further exploration in this area.
Interestingly, we found that patients with migraines had significantly higher levels of taurine compared to those in the control group. This observation suggests that there might be a unique response involving taurine during migraine episodes.
Additionally, we noted that in patients suffering from classic migraines, higher plasma taurine levels correlated with a decrease in headache severity. This could indicate that taurine may play a protective or regulatory role during migraine attacks, possibly as part of the body's own defensive mechanisms.
However, it's worth mentioning that the study did not report any significant differences based on age or sex, and more research will be necessary to fully understand the implications of these findings. Overall, our investigation adds a layer of insight into the complex relationship between taurine and migraine but also underscores the need for further exploration in this area.
Read More
User Reviews
USERS' SCORE
Good
Based on 3 Reviews
8.7
- All Reviews
- Positive Reviews
- Negative Reviews
10
Stops migraine quickly
37 people found this helpful
This product halts my migraines almost instantaneously. I'm unsure if it's because my migraines stem from vasoconstriction or due to Taurine's ability to calm the central nervous system, as migraines are likened to seizures.
Read More
9
Migraine prevention
11 people found this helpful
Taking 500mg at bedtime has kept my migraines at bay. I originally bought this for my cat who suffers from hyperthyroidism, but I discovered low GABA levels trigger my migraines. By taking 500mg of Taurine each night, I've managed to prevent my migraines. It has no taste, and I've found it even aids digestion by increasing stomach acid, making it more effective than Betaine.
Read More
7.5
Less migraines
3 people found this helpful
If you're dealing with eyestrain or following a vegan or macrobiotic diet, I highly recommend this. It's transformed my life, leading to fewer migraines and more restful sleep.
Read More
Frequently Asked Questions
8
Taurine and migraine neurotransmission study
We measured the levels of specific amino acids, including taurine, glycine, and glutamine, in the cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) of 38 migraine patients. To understand more about its potential role in migraines, we compared these levels with those from 10 individuals who do not suffer from headaches.
Our findings revealed that migraine patients had significantly higher levels of taurine, glycine, and glutamine compared to the healthy controls. Particularly, the differences were striking for taurine and glycine, with p-values indicating strong statistical significance.
Interestingly, we noticed that when seven of these patients received treatment with divalproex sodium, their taurine levels dropped notably compared to baseline. However, while we can see strong correlations, we should exercise caution—this study does not definitively isolate the effects of taurine itself in migraine treatment since other factors were at play during the divalproex sodium treatment.
Overall, these results suggest that issues related to neurotransmission may have a role in migraines, and taurine could be a piece of the puzzle. Yet, we must acknowledge that our research does not establish taurine as an effective standalone treatment for migraines.
Our findings revealed that migraine patients had significantly higher levels of taurine, glycine, and glutamine compared to the healthy controls. Particularly, the differences were striking for taurine and glycine, with p-values indicating strong statistical significance.
Interestingly, we noticed that when seven of these patients received treatment with divalproex sodium, their taurine levels dropped notably compared to baseline. However, while we can see strong correlations, we should exercise caution—this study does not definitively isolate the effects of taurine itself in migraine treatment since other factors were at play during the divalproex sodium treatment.
Overall, these results suggest that issues related to neurotransmission may have a role in migraines, and taurine could be a piece of the puzzle. Yet, we must acknowledge that our research does not establish taurine as an effective standalone treatment for migraines.
7
Examining taurine's effect on migraines
We explored how taurine, an amino acid known for its potential role as a neurotransmitter, affects migraine by examining its levels in both plasma and cerebrospinal fluid during migraine attacks. The study compared these levels in migraine patients to a control group without migraines.
Interestingly, we found that patients with migraines had significantly higher levels of taurine compared to those in the control group. This observation suggests that there might be a unique response involving taurine during migraine episodes.
Additionally, we noted that in patients suffering from classic migraines, higher plasma taurine levels correlated with a decrease in headache severity. This could indicate that taurine may play a protective or regulatory role during migraine attacks, possibly as part of the body's own defensive mechanisms.
However, it's worth mentioning that the study did not report any significant differences based on age or sex, and more research will be necessary to fully understand the implications of these findings. Overall, our investigation adds a layer of insight into the complex relationship between taurine and migraine but also underscores the need for further exploration in this area.
Interestingly, we found that patients with migraines had significantly higher levels of taurine compared to those in the control group. This observation suggests that there might be a unique response involving taurine during migraine episodes.
Additionally, we noted that in patients suffering from classic migraines, higher plasma taurine levels correlated with a decrease in headache severity. This could indicate that taurine may play a protective or regulatory role during migraine attacks, possibly as part of the body's own defensive mechanisms.
However, it's worth mentioning that the study did not report any significant differences based on age or sex, and more research will be necessary to fully understand the implications of these findings. Overall, our investigation adds a layer of insight into the complex relationship between taurine and migraine but also underscores the need for further exploration in this area.
References
- Rothrock JF, Mar KR, Yaksh TL, Golbeck A, Moore AC. Cerebrospinal fluid analyses in migraine patients and controls. Cephalalgia. 1995;15:489.
- Martínez F, Castillo J, Leira R, Prieto JM, Lema M, et al. Taurine levels in plasma and cerebrospinal fluid in migraine patients. Headache. 1993;33:324.
