Does Taurine really help for Alcoholism?
Heavy consumption of alcohol causes the body to lose its ability to utilize taurine properly, and so can lead to a functional deficiency [of taurine]. Taurine supplementation has been shown to reduce the symptoms of alcohol withdrawal. However, taurine alone is not going to be of much benefit because alcohol depletes the body of so many nutrients. Someone who wishes to support the body’s recovery from alcoholism (or heavy drinking) would benefit from a comprehensive program of healthy diet, detoxification support and a well rounded supplement regime. You would do better to take a free-form amino acid complex (500mg three times a day) along with additional N-acetylcysteine (NAC) (start with 500mg a day, gradually increase to 1000mg daily). This will replace taurine, as well as provide other amino acids that become deficient from heavy drinking. An amino acid complex aids in withdrawal; it’s needed for brain and liver function, and necessary for regenration of liver cells (to repair dama
