What’s Taurine and Why Do We Care? (Part 2)
From Nutrition Facts with Dr. Greger by Michael Greger, M.D. FACLM
May 21, 2026
About this episode
This episode discusses taurine supplementation, its effects, and recommended dosages.
To taurine or not to taurine, that is the question. This episode features audio from: Randomized Controlled Trials of Taurine Supplementation in Humans Caveats and Side Effects of Taurine Supplements The Best Daily Dose of Taurine Visit the video pages for all sources and doctor’s notes related to this podcast.  
People in this episode
Host: Michael Greger, M.D. FACLM
Topics covered
- taurine
- supplementation
- health effects
- nutrition
- daily dosage
Keywords
- taurine
- supplements
- health
- nutrition
- dosage
Mentioned in this episode
Books & works: Randomized Controlled Trials of Taurine Supplementation in Humans, Caveats and Side Effects of Taurine Supplements, The Best Daily Dose of Taurine
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