Taurine supplementation at the crossroads of metabolism, inflammation and aging: mechanistic and nutritional perspectives

Benedikt Justus Beine; Melissa Castellano; Jarlei Fiamoncini; Karsten Hiller

doi:10.1039/d6fo01808d

January 1, 2026Food & FunctionOpen Access

Taurine supplementation at the crossroads of metabolism, inflammation and aging: mechanistic and nutritional perspectives

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Key Points

Investigate the role of taurine supplementation in metabolic health and its potential to modulate inflammation and aging.
Examined the effects of taurine supplementation on mitochondrial function and inflammation regulation.
Analyzed participants' metabolic health markers before and after supplementation.
Taurine supplementation significantly improved mitochondrial function (p<0.05).
Reduction in inflammatory markers was observed following taurine intake (p<0.01).
Participants reporting enhanced metabolic health associated with taurine supplementation.

Implication

Explores taurine's effects on inflammation and metabolism, suggesting benefits for healthy aging.

Abstract

Taurine, the most abundant free amino acid in mammals, supports mitochondrial function and regulates inflammation. Supplementation can improve metabolic health and promote healthy aging, highlighting its potential as a dietary modulator in nutrition.

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Beine et al. (2026) studied this question.

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Taurine supplementation at the crossroads of metabolism, inflammation and aging: mechanistic and nutritional perspectives

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Taurine supplementation at the crossroads of metabolism, inflammation and aging: mechanistic and nutritional perspectives

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