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Toro

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Pure Taurine for Metabolism & Resilience

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Toro delivers 99%+ pure taurine in a bovine gelatin capsule with nothing else added. Taurine supports metabolic function, bile flow, cardiovascular health, nervous system balance, and cellular energy production.

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Lifespan and Healthspan increase*
Neuroprotection (antioxidant and anti-pollutant)*
Anti-anxiety & anti-stress*
Liver health*
Bile formation*
Blood sugar regulation*
Blood pressure regulation*
Cholesterol-lowering*
Protective against radiation*
Electrolyte balance (ion transport)*
GABA secretion supporting*
Hormone optimization (lower estrogen dominance, increased T and testicular function in men, reduction of PCOS in women)*
Eye Health*
Cell membrane stability (ie it helps to structure our cellular water internally)*
Enhanced redox & NAD+ levels (ie it gives electrons to oxidized/damaged constituents in our body)*
May combat hair loss*

*These Statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Association, or Health Canada. These products are not meant to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any diseases.

Each bottle contains: 90 capsules
Servings per container: 90

Each capsule contains:

L-Taurine: 1000mg

Other ingredients: gelatin (bovine)

Take 1 capsule daily, with or without food at any time of day.

1. Taurine deficiency as a driver of aging. Science, 2023; 380 (6649) DOI: 10.1126/science.abn9257. Singh, P. et al.

2. Wen C, Li F, Zhang L, Duan Y, Guo Q, Wang W, He S, Li J, Yin Y. Taurine is Involved in Energy Metabolism in Muscles, Adipose Tissue, and the Liver. Mol Nutr Food Res. 2019 Jan;63(2):e1800536. doi: 10.1002/mnfr.201800536. Epub 2018 Oct 17. PMID:
30251429.

3. Rafiee Z, García-Serrano AM, Duarte JMN. Taurine Supplementation as a Neuroprotective Strategy upon Brain Dysfunction in Metabolic Syndrome and Diabetes. Nutrients. 2022 Mar 18;14(6):1292. doi: 10.3390/nu14061292. PMID: 35334949; PMCID: PMC8952284.

4. Guan L, Miao P. The effects of taurine supplementation on obesity, blood pressure and lipid profile: A meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. Eur J Pharmacol. 2020 Oct 15;885:173533. doi: 10.1016/j.ejphar.2020.173533. Epub 2020 Aug 29. PMID: 32871172.

5. Oja SS, Saransaari P. Pharmacology of taurine. Proc West Pharmacol Soc. 2007;50:8-15. PMID: 18605222.

6. Jong CJ, Sandal P, Schaffer SW. The Role of Taurine in Mitochondria Health: More Than Just an Antioxidant. Molecules. 2021 Aug 13;26(16):4913. doi: 10.3390/molecules26164913. PMID: 34443494; PMCID: PMC8400259.

7. Ripps H, Shen W. Review: taurine: a "very essential" amino acid. Mol Vis. 2012;18:2673-86. Epub 2012 Nov 12. PMID: 23170060; PMCID: PMC3501277.

8. Lyu Q, Feng M, Wang L, Yang J, Wu G, Liu M, Feng Y, Lin S, Yang Q, Hu J. Taurine Prevents Liver Injury by Reducing Oxidative Stress and Cytochrome C-Mediated Apoptosis in Broilers Under Low Temperature. Adv Exp Med Biol. 2022;1370:145-152. doi: 10.1007/978-3-030-93337-1_14. PMID: 35882790.

9. El-Maraghi EF, Abdel-Fattah KI, Soliman SM, El-Sayed WM. Taurine abates the liver damage induced by γ-irradiation in rats through anti-inflammatory and anti-apoptotic pathways. Int J Radiat Biol. 2020 Dec;96(12):1550-1559. doi: 10.1080/09553002.2020.1828656. Epub 2020 Oct 6. PMID: 32991236.

10. Miyazaki T, Matsuzaki Y. Taurine and liver diseases: a focus on the heterogeneous protective properties of taurine. Amino Acids. 2014 Jan;46(1):101-10. doi: 10.1007/s00726-012-1381-0. Epub 2012 Aug 24. PMID: 22918604. (full text on Sci-Hub)

11. Taranukhin AG, Saransaari P, Kiianmaa K, Gunnar T, Oja SS. Comparison of Toxicity of Taurine and GABA in Combination with Alcohol in 7-Day-Old Mice. Adv Exp Med Biol. 2017;975 Pt 2:1021-1033. doi: 10.1007/978-94-024-1079-2_81. PMID: 28849519.

12. Malminen O, Kontro P. Modulation of the GABA-benzodiazepine receptor complex by taurine in rat brain membranes. Neurochem Res. 1986 Jan;11(1):85-94. doi: 10.1007/BF00965168. PMID: 3008015.

13. Lafuente A, González-Carracedo A, Cabaleiro T, Romero A, Esquifino AI. Toxic effects of cadmium on GABA and taurine content in different brain areas of adult male rats. J Physiol Biochem. 2005 Sep;61(3):439-46. doi: 10.1007/BF03168450. PMID: 16440598.

14. A. Culkin et. al (2005). A Randomised Double Blind Controlled Crossover Trial of Intravenous Taurine Supplementation in Parenteral Nutrition as an Effective Treatment for Reducing Hepatobiliary Complications in Chronic Intestinal Failure
https://clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT00135044?term=taurine%20liver%20&rank=4

15. Kim H, Chang H, Lee DH. Simulative evaluation of taurine against alopecia caused by stress in Caenorhabditis elegans. Adv Exp Med Biol. 2013;776:267-76. doi: 10.1007/978-1-4614-6093-0_25. PMID: 23392889.

16. Yang J, Zong X, Wu G, Lin S, Feng Y, Hu J. Taurine increases testicular function in aged rats by inhibiting oxidative stress and apoptosis. Amino Acids. 2015 Aug;47(8):1549-58. doi: 10.1007/s00726-015-1995-0. Epub 2015 May 10. PMID: 25957528.

17. Collin C, Gautier B, Gaillard O, Hallegot P, Chabane S, Bastien P, Peyron M, Bouleau M, Thibaut S, Pruche F, Duranton A, Bernard BA. Protective effects of taurine on human hair follicle grown in vitro. Int J Cosmet Sci. 2006 Aug;28(4):289-98. doi: 10.1111/j.1467-2494.2006.00334.x. PMID: 18489269.

Toro

Main Benefits

Taurine support for your heart, liver, eyes, and longevity.

Healthier heart

Supports cardiac function, membrane stability, and electrolyte balance in the heart's most energy-intensive cells.

Better bile flow

Conjugates with bile acids in the liver to form taurine bile salts — keeping bile flowing and preventing liver congestion.

Less stress & anxiety

Promotes GABA release to calm the nervous system and reduce anxiety and stress responses.

Slower aging

Taurine declines with age — restoring levels extended lifespan and improved every major healthspan marker in a landmark 2023 study.

The Problem

Taurine deficiency quietly affects your most vital organs.

B6 deficiency, vegan diets, estrogen dominance, heavy metal exposure, and aging itself all deplete taurine — impairing the heart, liver, eyes, and brain that depend on it most. Taurine levels decline with age across every species studied.

Toro addresses this directly — using pure 99%+ L-Taurine to replenish the amino acid most concentrated in your highest-demand tissues.

✓Supports taurine-conjugated bile salt synthesis

✓Promotes GABA release for calm & stress relief

✓Stabilises mitochondrial membranes & energy output

✓Restores cellular electrolyte & osmotic balance

The Science

Why your body needs Toro.

01 · The Backstory

Taurine is the all-star amino acid.

Taurine is a sulphur-containing amino acid present in nearly every cell in the body — with the highest concentrations in its most metabolically demanding tissues: the heart, brain, eyes, and muscle.

Despite its importance, deficiency is common. B6 deficiency, vegan diets, estrogen dominance, heavy metal exposure, and methylation dysfunction can all deplete it. The downstream consequences include cardiomyopathy, renal dysfunction, neurodegeneration, and retinal damage.

02 · Taurine & Longevity

Taurine deficiency is a driver of aging.

A landmark 2023 study published in Science found that taurine levels decline significantly with age — and that restoring them extends both lifespan and healthspan in animal models.

Taurine supplementation suppressed age-associated weight gain, increased energy expenditure, improved bone mass, boosted muscle strength and endurance, reduced anxiety and depression-like behaviours, and produced a younger immune system profile. Not a single-system effect — a systemic one.

03 · Taurine & Liver Health

Taurine keeps bile moving — and the liver healthy.

In the liver, taurine is conjugated with bile acids to form bile salts — the molecules that digest dietary fat and carry fat-soluble vitamins into circulation. Taurine-conjugated bile salts are the dominant type the liver produces.

When taurine is insufficient, bile accumulates and thickens, congesting the liver and gallbladder. Taurine supplementation supports bile flow, prevents cholestasis, and creates a cascade of downstream benefits: better carbohydrate metabolism, improved hormone balance, and a lighter load on the liver overall.

04 · Cell Membranes & Energy

Taurine stabilises cells and supports bioenergetics.

Taurine makes up approximately 60% of the body's free amino acid pool — a striking figure that reflects just how structurally important it is. It maintains the integrity of cell membranes, balances osmotic electrolytes, and supports the electrical function of every cell it inhabits.

In the mitochondria specifically, taurine supports energy production and protects against oxidative damage. Its membrane-stabilising and antioxidant roles place it at the core of cellular bioenergetics.

Our Toro

99%+ pure L-Taurine — no fillers or additives
Lab-validated, high purity ingredient
Bovine gelatin capsules for easy digestion
3rd-party tested for bacteria, mold, and heavy metals

Other Taurine

Buried in energy drink formulas at ineffective doses
Lower purity grades with undisclosed fillers
No third-party contaminant testing
Marketed only for gym performance — missing the full picture

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› How does taurine support the liver?

Taurine conjugates with bile acids in the liver to form taurine-conjugated bile salts — the majority of bile salts the liver produces. This keeps bile flowing and prevents liver and gallbladder congestion (cholestasis).

› What was the 2023 taurine aging study?

A June 2023 study titled "Taurine deficiency as a driver of aging" found that taurine supplementation in animals suppressed age-related weight gain, improved bone density, muscle strength, energy expenditure, insulin sensitivity, and produced a "younger-looking" immune system.

› Who is most at risk of taurine deficiency?

Those with B6 deficiency, people on vegan or vegetarian diets, anyone with estrogen dominance, heavy metal toxicity (especially cadmium), or methylation dysfunction are most at risk.

› Does this work well alongside TUDCA Max?

Yes — they complement each other well. TUDCA directly improves bile flow, while taurine supports the liver's ability to synthesize taurine-conjugated bile salts. Together they provide layered liver and gallbladder support.