Taurine is a chemical called sulfamic acid. It occurs naturally in the body. The best food sources are meat, fish and eggs.
Taurine has important functions in the heart and brain. Promote infant brain tissue and intellectual development, prevent cardiovascular disease. Taurine also has the function of supporting nerve growth, lowering blood glucose and boosting immunity.
People take taurine for congestive heart failure (CHF) and swelling of the liver (hepatitis). It is also used for obesity, athletic performance, fatigue, diabetes, and many other conditions.

• Appearance: White crystals or crystalline powder
  
• Solubility: Soluble in water
  
• Stability: Stable. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents.