Glutamine is considered to be a conditionally essential amino acid, which means that under certain circumstances, the body may require more glutamine than it can produce. In the body, glutamine functions as a major nitrogen transporter and is critical for the maintenance of healthy nitrogen balance.* Glutamine also acts as the primary fuel for the rapidly growing cells of the immune system and GI tract.*Natural color variation may occur in this product. We ship most of the orders within the Handling Time specified. However, please make a note that we do not ship on Saturdays and Sundays. We will always keep your informed if we anticipate any kind of delay in your order. VitaGen is NOT responsible for any and all packages detained/impounded/or returned to us by the c.