The 1998 Nobel Prize in Medicine was awarded to 3 American researchers for their discovery of how your endothelium, which lines all of your cardiovascular system, converts the essential amino acid L-Arginine into Nitric Oxide – the master signaling molecule of your entire cardiovascular system. Since the discovery of this L-Arginine / Nitric Oxide connection there has been a frenzy of interest in the pharmaceutical and nutraceutical industry. This interest is now spilling over in the general population as Dr. Oz and others begin to emphasize the need for L-Arginine supplementation for improved cardiovascular health and overall wellness.
The effectiveness of L-Arginine as a therapeutic agent has been validated by over 10,000 scientific clinical studies and over 750,000 sites of documentation. The nitric oxide derived from L-Arginine is directly or indirectly implicated in practically every cellular response and health condition known. It specifically impacts your cardiovascular system, immune system, hormone function, and nerve function.
The Bottom Line is That You Could Not Live Without Nitric Oxide so L-Arginine Supplementation is Critical to Your Health!
Because of ongoing research, an exhaustive list of the possible applications of L-Arginine and Nitric Oxide is not possible at this time but the following 22 reasons have solid, scientific backing. These 22 reasons apply to both healthy individuals, as well as those whose health is compromised by cardiovascular risk factors. Because of the direct link between L-arginine and Nitric Oxide the two are interchangeable in the following list:
- L-arginine is one thousand times more powerful than any naturally occurring antioxidant in the body. L-arginine’s antioxidant properties support various body systems and may protect against heart disease, stroke, cancer, and diabetes, as well as slowing premature aging.
- Nitric oxide offers wide-ranging cardiovascular support, including the control of blood pressure and plaque formation. Nitric oxide keeps arteries relaxed and pliable for normal blood pressure, preventing hypertension and angina.
- Nitric oxide enhances memory, particularly long-term memory, and may help to reverse the effects of dementia and Alzheimer’s disease.
- Nitric oxide may help in the treatment and prevention of diabetes since many disease complications, including poor circulation and blindness, are vascular in nature. L-arginine is also found to regulate insulin secretion in the pancreas.
- Nitric oxide enhances communication of messenger cells between nerves and the brain.
- Nitric oxide may help improve immune function and fight bacterial, viral, and parasitic infections.
- L-Arginine, through nitric oxide production, boosts human growth hormone (HGH) production, which has anti-aging properties.
- Nitric oxide helps with cholesterol control by lowering serum and LDL cholesterol levels. It also helps to repair damage to the endothelium caused by LDL (Bad) cholesterol.
- Nitric oxide enhances male sexual performance by treating vascular erectile dysfunction or ED.
- Nitric oxide keeps blood platelet cells from sticking together to reduce the chance for blood clotting that could lead to a heart attack or stroke.
- L-Arginine, through nitric oxide production, reduces pregnancy-related hypertension, a risk factor for both the expecting mother and the unborn child.
- Nitric oxide can be useful in the treatment of asthma by opening pulmonary pathways for easier breathing and the treatment of lung disorders.
- Nitric oxide helps to regulate the digestive process and relaxes hypertonic sphincter muscles, preventing and healing hemorrhoids.
- L-arginine, through nitric oxide production, boosts lean muscle mass and preserves bone density by encouraging HGH production, which also leads to a reduction in fatty tissue. Because of this, it may be useful in weight management and strength training.
- Nitric oxide can help offset cardiovascular and lung damage caused by tobacco use, since nitric oxide levels in smokers are less than half of those found in non-smokers.
- Nitric oxide helps to accelerate wound healing and post surgery recovery. Research has shown it is useful in treating burn wounds and stimulates wound healing in the elderly.
- L-arginine may be useful in enhancing athletic performance due to improved circulation and the ability to delivery more oxygen and nutrients to the working muscles and organs. This boosts exercise tolerance, improves lung function, and can stimulate HGH levels. This all helps to build lean muscle tissue while improving training, performance, and recovery in all types of exercise programs.
- Nitric oxide may prevent and possibly reverse the effects of osteoporosis by positively affecting bone mass.
- L-arginine, and its ability to create nitric oxide, has been used in the treatment of irritable bowel syndrome and to reduce the occurrence of ulcers, especially stress related, without affecting gastric acid production.
- Nitric oxide may improve renal function and slow the progression of renal disease and age-related chronic renal failure. L-Arginine’s protective effect on the kidneys may also benefit those with diabetes.
- Nitric oxide may be used to improve the function of the prostate.
- Nitric oxide helps people with sickle cell anemia to prevent pain crises as well as recover quicker by helping to maintain proper blood flow.
That’s an Impressive List of Benefits for L-Arginine and Nitric Oxide!
According to Dr. Louis J. Ignarro, one of the three 1998 Nobel Laureates in Medicine, “Nitric oxide is the body’s natural cardiovascular wonder drug.” It is nice to see that his amazing discovery is finally getting the attention it deserves.
There’s much more that could be said about the creation of Nitric Oxide. Like the need for L-Citrulline and other antioxidants to enhance Nitric Oxide production over a long period leading to therapeutic benefits. We’ll save that for another post.
If you’re interested in a clinically proven product that can repair and nourish the endothelium for improved nitric oxide production leading to significant cardiovascular improvements, then please check out ProArgi-9 Plus from Synergy WorldWide. I highly recommend it.
Together we can work to save a million lives by helping others understand the importance of L-Arginine for proper cardiovascular health!
Dan Hammer
Dan Hammer has a background in biology, chemistry, and exercise physiology. He used to run one of the largest health club operations in the Chicagoland area and has been helping people with their wellness issues for more than 25 years.
The information contained in this article is for general information purposes only and never as a substitute for professional medical advice or medical exam. The information about 22 reasons why you should supplement with L-Arginine has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration and should not be used to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease without the supervision of a qualified medical doctor.
Dan, how do you answer the question, “Can I get too much of this in my system” which is kind of like the question, “What if it messes up the medications I’m already taking?”. What is the simple way to alleviate potential clients’ objections about the safety of taking these products?
Hi Chele,
Thank you for your question. The simplest answer to the safety of taking this product is the High Desert Heart Institute Study in 2009 in which ProArgi-9 Plus was aggresively used to help 33 congestive heart failure patients, who were all medically and pharmaceutically managed to the maximum, see “Remarkable” health improvements. All patients were able to reduce their medication levels. These are natural ingredients that your body needs, especially your endothelium which lines all of your cardiovascular system, to help it function optimally. While I fully understand the need to eat properly the reality is that the nutritional value of most foods is sorely lacking. Combined with lifestyle pressures and the high cost to eat completely organic and you can clearly make the case for proper supplementation. The key in supplementation is to use a product that has both clinical application and manufacturing standards and expertise in product design so that you are truly obtaining the right ingredients at their stated values. Purity and potency are critically important.
Can someone take too much? Absolutely so they need to find the right balance for themselves. The same applies to any food they may be consuming. But they do need some level of it on a daily basis to properly nourish the endothelium.
Can it mess with their medications? There was no concern with medications and ProArgi-9 Plus at the High Desert Heart Institute because the ingredients are all natural and ones that your body needs on a daily basis. With that said, if a person is on medication then they should work with their physician so that appropriate adjustments in medications can be made as this product benefits them.
I hope this information is helpful to you. Have a Blessed Day! Dan