Push harder, train longer and build your routine around a formula made for high-output lifestyles. TAURINE delivers a substantial 2250 mg per serving of this naturally occurring amino-sulfonic compound, making it a powerful addition to the nutritional routine of athletes, professionals and performance-driven adults. Taurine plays important roles throughout the body and is especially popular in active lifestyles, making this high-dose formula a strong choice for those who want simple, focused support without unnecessary extras.

Taurine is a sulphur-containing amino acid that the body makes in small amounts and also takes in from foods such as beef, dark-meat poultry and shellfish. Unlike most amino acids, it is not used to build proteins; it works in free form inside cells.

Taurine is concentrated in the body's most active tissues, including skeletal muscle and the brain. In muscle, it contributes to the way cells store and release calcium, the signal that drives every contraction, and it helps regulate cell volume and membrane stability. It also plays a part in normal mitochondrial function, the process that turns fuel into usable cellular energy, which is why it sits naturally in a range named after the mitochondria.

MitoGenix Taurine is for healthy adults aged 18 and over who train regularly, compete, or spend long stretches in concentrated work. The label gives two ways to use it: with a light meal as part of a daily routine, or on an empty stomach shortly before training or a deep-work session. It suits a steady everyday routine and a targeted pre-session one equally well.

There is one active ingredient in every capsule, declared at 750 mg, held in a hypromellose (HPMC) capsule shell. What is on the label is what is in the jar, and the 90-capsule jar is sized for the 3-capsule serving rather than stretched to fit a smaller one.

The following describes published research on the ingredient. It is not a claim about this specific product.

Research indicates that taurine taken before exercise may have a small positive effect on endurance performance. A 2018 meta-analysis by Waldron and colleagues (Sports Medicine) pooled 10 studies using 1–6 g of taurine, given as a single dose or daily for up to two weeks, and found a small overall improvement in endurance performance, with no difference between single and repeated dosing and no clear effect of dose. A larger 2025 review by Deng and colleagues (Scandinavian Journal of Medicine & Science in Sports) analysed 23 randomised trials with 308 participants using single doses in the same 1–6 g range and reported a small-to-moderate improvement across aerobic, strength and agility tasks, but rated the certainty of that evidence as low to very low and found no dose-response within the range. Individual trials are mixed: Rutherford and colleagues (2010) gave 11 trained cyclists 1.66 g one hour before exercise and found no change in time-trial performance, although the body used about 16% more fat as fuel during 90 minutes of steady cycling, while Balshaw and colleagues (2013) reported a 1.3% faster 3 km run in trained middle-distance runners after 1000 mg. This product's 2250 mg serving sits inside the 1–6 g range studied, above the 1 g and 1.66 g doses used in the two single trials and below the 6 g used in some others. Most trials gave taurine about an hour before exercise, whereas this label's pre-training option is 20–30 minutes.

Taurine compared with energy drinks. Energy drinks often contain taurine, but they deliver it alongside caffeine and, in many cases, sugar, so research on those drinks cannot show how much of any effect comes from taurine itself. A taurine capsule supplies the amino acid on its own, at a declared amount. That lets you keep your caffeine intake as a separate, deliberate choice.

Taurine compared with magnesium taurate. Magnesium taurate is magnesium bound to taurine, and it is usually sold and labelled as a magnesium supplement, by its magnesium content. Free-form taurine, as in MitoGenix Taurine, gives you a stated amount of taurine on its own. People who want magnesium as well often pair taurine with a dedicated magnesium product.

Taurine compared with beta-alanine. Both are amino acids that are not used to build proteins, and both are popular with people who train, but they are used differently. Beta-alanine is typically taken daily over several weeks to build up carnosine stores in muscle, while most research on taurine has tested a single serving taken before exercise.

Key Benefits

• Supports normal muscle function: Taurine contributes to normal calcium handling in muscle cells, the signal behind every contraction.
• Declared dose: 750 mg per capsule and 2250 mg per 3-capsule serving, stated on the label.
• Single ingredient: One active ingredient and no proprietary blends, so every amount is visible.
• Built around your day: Designed for use with a light meal or before training and demanding work sessions.
• 30 full servings: 90 capsules per jar, sized for the 3-capsule serving.
• Independently tested: Independently tested for identity and purity.

Common Questions

What is taurine and what does it do in the body?
Taurine is an amino acid found in high concentrations in muscle and the brain. It is not used to build proteins; instead it helps cells manage calcium, volume and normal mitochondrial function. MitoGenix Taurine supplies 750 mg per capsule to support normal muscle function.

How much taurine should I take per day?
The standard serving of MitoGenix Taurine is 3 capsules daily, supplying 2250 mg. On high-demand days, athletes can take 4 capsules, supplying 3000 mg. Both amounts are printed on the label, and published safety reviews have used 3 g per day as an observed safe level.

Should I take taurine in the morning or at night?
Taurine is not a stimulant, so it can be taken at whatever time suits your routine. For daily use, take 3 capsules with a light meal for digestive comfort. For training or a deep-work session, take them 20–30 minutes beforehand on an empty stomach.

How long before a workout should I take taurine?
The MitoGenix Taurine label suggests 3 capsules 20–30 minutes before training, on an empty stomach. Most published exercise studies gave taurine about an hour before exercise, and a 2025 review found that timing around one hour looked favourable, although that result was not consistent.

How long does taurine take to work?
Research on taurine and exercise has mostly tested a single serving taken before activity, rather than weeks of loading. A 2018 review found similar results for single servings and for courses of up to two weeks. Individual responses vary, and no specific outcome can be promised.

Is it safe to take taurine every day?
Taurine has been studied at 0.5–1.5 g daily for up to 12 months and at 10 g daily for six months, with no serious adverse effects reported. MitoGenix Taurine's standard serving is 2250 mg. Do not exceed the recommended dose printed on the label.

What are the side effects of taurine, and can you take too much?
Taurine is generally well tolerated. Mild digestive discomfort has occasionally been reported at higher intakes, which is one reason the label offers a with-meal option. Do not take more than 4 capsules a day, and stop use if any adverse reaction occurs.

Is taurine a stimulant like caffeine?
No. Taurine is often found in energy drinks, but it is not a stimulant; the caffeine in those drinks is. MitoGenix Taurine contains taurine as its only active ingredient, so you can manage your caffeine intake separately from your taurine serving.

What is the difference between taurine and magnesium taurate?
Magnesium taurate is magnesium bound to taurine and is usually labelled by its magnesium content. MitoGenix Taurine is free-form taurine at a declared 750 mg per capsule, so the amount of taurine you take is stated clearly on the label.

Can I take taurine with medication?
Taurine is widely used, but some sources note it may affect how the body processes certain medicines. If you take any prescription medication or have a known medical condition, speak to a healthcare professional before adding MitoGenix Taurine to your routine.

Can I take taurine while pregnant or breastfeeding?
MitoGenix Taurine is not intended for pregnant or breastfeeding mothers. Evidence on taurine supplementation during pregnancy and breastfeeding is limited, so the label advises against use during this time. Speak to your healthcare professional about your nutritional needs.

How do I choose a good-quality taurine supplement?
Look for a single declared dose, no proprietary blend and independent testing. MitoGenix Taurine states 750 mg per capsule and 2250 mg per serving, is independently tested for identity and purity, and is manufactured in a GMP-certified facility in South Africa.

CAUTION: Store in a cool, dry place or below 25°C. Keep out of reach of children. Do not exceed the recommended dose. Not intended for children under 18 years, or pregnant or breastfeeding mothers. Individuals with a known medical condition should consult a healthcare professional before using this health supplement. Discontinue use if any adverse reactions occur.

See the full MitoGenix supplement range, or pair Taurine with Mito-Focus Xtreme as part of a daily stack.

SAHPRA DISCLAIMER: This unregistered medicine has not been evaluated by SAHPRA for its quality, safety or intended use. Health supplements are intended only to complement health or supplement your diet. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.