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List of Foods Containing Dimethylglycine

Dimethylglycine (DMG), formerly known as vitamin B15, is a more complex form of the glycine amino acid. Its uses in the body include protein synthesis and aiding cell respiration and oxygen use. It regulates steroids and reduces the overproduction of certain types of cells. Supplementation may help certain types of cognitive dysfunction such as autism, attention deficit and coordination and speech difficulties. As a supplement, DMG usually works together with vitamins A and E. DMG also appears in low levels in many types of foods, ranging from meats to grains.

  1. Brewer's Yeast

    • Inactive or dead yeast that has no leavening ability is called brewer's yeast. The most common type used is Saccharomyces cerevisiae, which is left after the process of beer brewing. Brewer's yeast is naturally rich in B vitamins, one of which is DMG. You can buy it a variety of forms. The powdered form is the most potent, though it's also sold in flakes for smoothies and tablets for immediate ingestion. Brewer's yeast should not be confused with baker's yeast which, when uncooked, can deplete B vitamins in your body.

    Organ Meats

    • Organ meats, especially liver, contain trace amounts of DMG. In the liver its main role is the prevention of cirrhosis, the chronic diseased state that prevents an organ from functioning correctly. DMG also improves the functions of other internal organs.

    Seeds

    • DMG is found naturally in pumpkin and sesame seeds. Both of these seeds have additional medicinal values and are high in linoleic and oleic fatty acids. They may help with cases of kidney inflammation and intestinal parasites such as tapeworms. Sesame seeds also are between 40 and 60 percent oil in weight. They are an excellent source of potassium, several other B vitamins and phosphorus.

    Whole Brown Rice

    • Brown rice is simply a less refined version of white rice. Rice is brown when the fibrous hull is removed, but the bran and germ remain. The rice retains most of its nutritional value in this form, and is naturally a source of phosphorus, potassium and other minerals, including DMG. Brown rice may be cooked and eaten in any form and still retain most or all of its nutrients.

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