Taurine is a derivative of the naturally occurring amino acid, cysteine.

Taurine is found in the white blood cells, skeletal muscles, central nervous system, the brain as well as the heart muscles.

Taurine is a normal metabolite in the body that is synthesized from the amino acid cysteine or cysteine derivative. Taurine, which is naturally present in the diet, has been shown to have beneficial health effects, including decreasing blood pressure. Taurine is also belived to have antioxidant activity.

In recent years, Taurine has become a common ingredient in energy drinks. Taurine is often used in combination with bodybuilding supplements such as creatine and anabolic steroids.