Arginine

Arginine is an amino acid that has numerous functions in the body. It helps the body get rid of ammonia (a waste product), is used to make compounds in the body such creatine, L-glutamate, and L-proline, and can be converted to glucose and glycogen if needed.

Arginine helps strengthen the body’s immune system, regulates hormonesand blood sugar, and promotes male fertility. In addition, research hasshown that this amino acid may improve circulation and treat impotenceand heart disease.

 

What it is

Arginine is considered a semi-essential amino acid because, although the body manufactures its own supply, there are times when dietary supplementation may be required, such as in the case of severe wounds or illness.

In addition, newborns are not able to make their own supply of this substance, so arginine is considered essential in the first months of life.

Arginine plays a key role in cell division and is therefore required toensure the liver, joints, muscles (including the heart) and skin arehealthy. It also acts to remove ammonia from the body and regulate manyhormonal processes in the body, including male fertility.

 

What it does

Arginine is considered ”The Natural Viagra” by increasing blood flow to the penis. It retards the growth of tumors and cancer by enhancing the immune system and increases the size and activity of the thymus gland, which manufactures T cells, crucial components of the immune system.

It aids in liver detoxification by neutralizing ammonia and reduces the effects of chronic alcohol toxicity.

Arginine has been used in treating sterility in men by increasing sperm count. It aids in weight loss because it facilitates an increase in muscle mass and a reduction of body fat.

It assists the release of growth hormones, which is crucial for “optimal” muscle growth and tissue repair. Arginine is a major component of collagen which is good for arthritis and connective tissue disorders. It aids in stimulating the pancreas to release insulin.

 

Benefits

  • Liver detoxification
  • Aphrodisiac qualities
  • Aid in healingwounds
  • Helps to eliminate ammonia from the body
  • Improves immunefunction
  • Enhances production of several hormones includingglucagon, insulin, and growth hormone

 

Dosage

A dosage of between 6 and 20 grams of arginine per day is recommended for adults.