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Can micropowder/supplement L-Glutamine be absorbed through skin?

Jul 7, 2007
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Up for some medical q&a? I have a question about a supplement I'm currently taking, and whether it can be absorbed through the skin.

The supplement I take is called L-Glutamine, the weight lifting pundits say it aids in the regenerative process of muscle tissue. I believe that it is a chemical the body naturally produces. I don't think they harvest it from humans though, don't worry, still Winks. :P

Currently consuming powder orally, 5 grams at a time (mixed in 1oz water), for 10-15grams a day. This powder is well refined, tasteless, and crushed to a very micro-powder texture. I've been told that it may have a negative impact on Kidneys.

Instead of consuming orally I'm wondering if I could absorb it through the skin (NOT via injection) for the following hypothesized improvements:

*Faster transference of glutamine to muscle tissue.
*Decreased negative impact on Liver&Kidneys.

If this type of absorption is available: what liquid should I base it in (lotion, oil, water, other liquid medium), and with what portions of liquid medium to powder should be used per 5gs of powder?