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The following doses have been studied in scientific research:
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- For treating low blood sugar in people with type 1 diabetes due to too much insulin: 20-40 grams of L-alpha-alanine.
- For preventing low blood sugar at night in people with type 1 diabetes: 40 grams of L-alpha-alanine at bedtime along with 10 grams of glucose (sugar). *
The typical serving size of an alanine supplement is 2,000 milligrams. It’s best to take this dose 30 minutes prior to a workout. If you decide to use L-alanine powder, it’s best to mix it with juice, water or protein shakes.
Some with type 1 diabetes may struggle with low blood sugar due to too much insulin. These individuals should only take between 20 and 40 grams of alanine. They may also struggle with low blood sugar throughout the night. These individuals should take 40 grams of alanine at bedtime along with 10 grams of sugar.
If you struggle with low blood sugar, talk to your doctor about which dose of alanine you should take. *