I used to use taurine all the time in the 90s and early 2000s. It's a fluffy crystalline texture and has a tart taste to it just an fyi. I'll start using it again.
This is from WebMD but it lists some things about taurine that I was unaware of...Eg. helps with CHF...Especially left ventricle, Age Related Macular Degeneration (AMD), etc...Make sure to click on each tab...taurine: Uses, Side Effects, Interactions and Warnings - WebMD