L-Arginine (Amino Acid)

HealthWise® L-Arginine 150g

• 100% pure powder
• pharmaceutical grade
• arginine hydrochloride (HCL)
• packed without fillers or flowing agents

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Arginine HCL is a synthetically manufactured form of Arginine that combines the amino acid with a hydrogen chloride molecule. Hydrogen chloride is combined with Arginine to make the supplement more palatable and to enhance its absorption by the digestive system.

Arginine HCL and Athletic Performance

One of the main effects of Arginine is that it causes vasodilation, by stimulating the smooth muscle endothelial cells that line the blood vessels to produce a compound called nitric oxide.  Nitric oxide stimulates blood vessels to relax and expand, increasing the flow of blood and oxygen to the muscles during bouts of intense exercise, especially resistance training.

An increase in blood flow and oxygen delivery during exercise may enhance performance, allowing muscles to produce more strength and delaying the onset of exercise induced fatigue.

Arginine HCL and Hormone Production

Arginine is an important catalyst for the production of human growth hormone, or HGH.  When ingested, Arginine HCL stimulates the anterior pituitary gland to release HGH, increasing plasma levels of HGH circulating throughout the body.  Naturally elevated levels of HGH have many benefits, including an increase in muscle recovery and repair, regulation of metabolism, body fat reduction, and the optimal functioning of the heart and kidneys.

Other Benefits of Arginine HCL

MedlinePlus reports that possible benefits of Arginine HCL supplementation include improving surgery recovery time, treating congestive heart
failure, reducing chest pain in coronary artery disease, reducing bladder inflammation, treating erectile dysfunction, improving kidney function, and maintaining a healthy body weight in individuals suffering from muscle-wasting diseases such as HIV.

Possible Side Effects

Arginine HCL may have adverse effects on individuals who have liver and kidney disease, as well as on some individuals recovering from a heart attack.  Arginine HCL may also upset the balance of potassium in the bloodstream.  With a potassium deficiency, Arginine may cause dehydration, nausea, stomach cramps and diarrhea. Monitor use with blood thinning medications.

Individuals with chronically low blood pressure are advised not to take Arginine, as it may lower blood pressure even further, leading to fatigue and dizziness.  Arginine supplementation can aggravate a herpes simplex conditions, those that have herpes simplex should avoid arginine supplementation.
Dosage

L-Arginine is generally well absorbed orally and can be added to foods or liquids.   Studies suggest an average adult serving would be between 2 and 20gm depending on diet and other contributing factors. The recommended dosage of Arginine varies depending on the treatment.

• For congestive heart failure, MedlinePlus recommends doses ranging from 6g to 20g per day, which varies on a case-by-case basis.
• For relieving chest pain caused by clogged arteries, 9 g to 28 g of Arginine is taken in equal increments three or four times daily.
• Men suffering from erectile dysfunction may benefit from 5g of L Arginine per day.
• 6 g per day is an effective dosage for improving physical performance.

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