L-Taurine Powder | 500 g | German Elite Nutrition

L-Taurine Powder by German Elite Nutrition

Taurine is one of the best-known substances in sports nutrition, and this L-taurine powder by German Elite Nutrition provides 2500 mg of pure taurine per 2.5-gram serving. Vitamin B6 has been added to the powder. It is unflavoured, dissolves easily, and is intended for athletes who want to add taurine to their routine as a standalone building block. One 500-gram package contains approximately 200 servings.

What taurine is and where it comes from

Taurine is an organic, sulphur-containing compound that occurs naturally in the body. It is formed from the amino acids methionine and cysteine. Unlike most amino acids, taurine is not used to build proteins, but it is one of the well-known functional substances in the sports world. Taurine can be found in many energy drinks and pre-workout formulas. In terms of nutrition, taurine is found mainly in meat and fish. There are no permitted health claims for taurine, so we describe it purely as an ingredient in this powder. The name taurine originally comes from the Latin word for bull, because the substance was first isolated from ox gall. Today, it is produced synthetically, including the powder in this package, making it completely plant-based. Taurine occurs naturally in the body. In supplements, it is often referred to as L-taurine, which refers to the natural form of the substance.

Fortified with vitamin B6

Vitamin B6 has been added to this taurine powder, a vitamin with several permitted health claims. Vitamin B6 contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism and to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue. In addition, vitamin B6 contributes to normal psychological function and to the normal functioning of the nervous system. Vitamin B6 also contributes to the regulation of hormonal activity. Per 2.5-gram serving, you get 0.21 mg of vitamin B6, which is equivalent to 15% of the reference intake. You can find the full list of permitted claims for vitamin B6 further down on this page. Vitamin B6, also known as pyridoxine, is a water-soluble vitamin that you normally obtain from foods such as meat, fish, bananas, and whole-grain products. In this powder, it is in the form of pyridoxine HCl. Because it has been added to the taurine, you automatically get a small amount of B6 with every serving.

Unflavoured and soluble powder for your shake

The convenience of this powder lies in its neutral taste. Taurine powder dissolves quickly in water, juice, or a pre-workout shake without altering the taste. This means you can combine it with virtually any other product in your stack, such as creatine, caffeine, or citrulline. Many athletes take their taurine around training, while others include it as a regular part of their daily supplement routine. Because the powder is pure, you decide exactly how much to add. Some athletes take taurine with caffeine, as the two are often combined in energy drinks. Others combine it with creatine or beta-alanine in their pre-workout. Because this is a standalone powder and not a ready-made formula, you retain control over your stack. Taurine is also one of the most commonly used functional substances in sports nutrition, which explains why it is found in so many energy drinks and pre-workout formulas.

Dosing with the scoop

The package includes a scoop that measures 2.5 grams, equal to 2500 mg of taurine. Stir it into approximately 250 ml of liquid and it is ready to use. With 500 grams in a bag, you have a generous supply of around 200 servings. The powder is completely vegan, lactose-free, and gluten-free, and contains no colourings, flavourings, or preservatives. In short: a pure taurine powder with a touch of vitamin B6 that is easy to incorporate into your existing routine. Store the bag in a cool, dry place and keep it tightly closed to ensure the powder remains usable for a long time. Because a serving is only 2.5 grams, a 500-gram package lasts a long time. And because nothing else has been added except vitamin B6, you know exactly what you are taking with every scoop.