Arginine

Arginine is a non-essential amino acid. It stimulates the immune system. It is important for tissue growth, regeneration, and healthy nitric oxide production.

Arginine is a precursor to nitrous oxide, which is a vasodilator. In other words, it “opens” blood vessels allowing for increased blood flow.

With increased blood flow there is more nutrient movement throughout the body, as well as a better functioning lymphatic system to remove waste.

All of this increases the body’s immunity.

What does Arginine do?

Promotes a healthy cardiovascular system
Raises production of nitric oxide
Major blood pressure regulator
Proper function of the Thymus gland
Stimulates healthy Immune function
Stimulates Human Growth Hormone (HGH)
Important for Nitric Oxide production
Promotes healing
Detoxifies the Liver
Detoxifies excess ammonia

Conditions that Arginine May Help

Cystic Fibrosis (CF)
Parasitic Detox
Hypertension (High Blood Pressure)
Obesity
Stress
Vascular Conditions
Atherosclerosis
Heart Conditions
Cancer
Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes (NIDD)
Erectile Dysfunction (ED)
Wound healing

Dosage

When looking for an arginine supplement, always look for the “L” in front of the name, l-arginine. The “L” signifies that the amino acid is in ‘free form’ and this is the only form you should take as a supplement.

L-arginine dosages range from 500 mg – 10 grams per day; occasionally higher dosages have been used.

L-arginine and l-ornithine are often found in a single supplement. Arginine is actually the precursor of the non-essential amino acid ornithine.

Many have found that Arginine is best taken during the day whereas ornithine is best taken at night. For some, arginine acts as a mild stimulant whereas ornithine seems to have a more relaxing effect. For those who do not experience the stimulant and relaxing effects, formulas that have both amino acids are common and work well together.

Toxicity

L-arginine has no known toxicity. With some of the higher dosages, minor gastrointestinal symptoms may occur. This is best avoided by increasing the dosage slowly and/or by reducing the dosage if any GI symptoms occur.

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