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INFORMATION ABOUT :: Arginine

L-arginine is an amino acid naturally found in red meat, poultry, fish, and dairy. It is necessary for making proteins and is commonly used for circulation.

L-arginine is converted in the body into a chemical called nitric oxide. Nitric oxide causes blood vessels to open wider for improved blood flow. L-arginine also stimulates the release of growth hormone, insulin, and other substances in the body. It can be made in a lab and used in supplements.

Benefits of L-arginine

L-arginine has two effects: it turns into nitric oxide and helps the body build protein.

These effects give L-arginine an array of potential benefitsTrusted Source, including:

• supporting heart health
• reducing chest pain
• helping build muscles
• repairing wounds
• improving male fertility

Although there are many claims about the benefits of L-arginine, not all of them have support from scientific studies.

Side effects of L-arginine

L-arginine has some potential side effects to consider when taking it as a supplement. Some of the more common and benign side effects can include:Trusted Source

• nausea
• diarrhea
• bloating
• abdominal pain