Siim Land: The Missing Amino Acid That Melts Belly Fat and Visceral Fat

Key Takeaways

• Supplement glycine to counteract visceral fat accumulation, especially if consuming high-methionine foods like muscle meats.
• Prioritize glycine-rich foods such as collagen, bone broth, or plant sources to improve glycine-methionine balance.
• Monitor metabolic markers like blood sugar, triglycerides, and inflammation – glycine improves all three.
• Pair glycine with calorie restriction for enhanced fat loss and muscle preservation (based on rodent studies).
• Consider timing – taking glycine with high-carb meals may blunt glucose spikes by over 50%.

Supplements & Protocols Mentioned

• Glycine dosage: 5g taken 3x daily (15g total) showed significant blood sugar improvements in diabetics.
• Single-dose effect: 5g glycine with 25g glucose reduced post-meal glucose response by >50%.
• Methionine restriction: 2mg/kg bodyweight/day (vs typical 33mg/kg/day) improved insulin sensitivity and liver fat in humans.

Notable Quotes

“Glycine supplementation counteracts the effects of excess methionine and it mimics methionine restriction on longevity.”

“People with higher glycine status have lower triglycerides, lower cholesterol and lower body fat.”

Bottom Line

Increase glycine intake through supplementation (5-15g/day) or collagen/bone broth to combat visceral fat, especially when consuming muscle meats – this improves metabolic health markers more effectively than calorie restriction alone.

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