L-Arginine Plus [formerly Perfusia Plus] (180 Capsules)
- sustained-release L-arginine for nitric oxide production*
- 5-MTHF (active folate), ascorbic acid &ndash cofactors for nitric oxide production*
- R-lipoic acid, resveratrol, and green tea phytosome to promote blood vessel health*
Perfusia Plus® Details
The product combines sustained-release L-arginine with nutritional cofactors involved in nitric oxide synthesis in the blood vessels (5-MTHF, ascorbic acid), in addition to antioxidants and botanicals that enhance nitric oxide synthesis and increase blood flow (R-lipoic acid, green tea extract, and resveratrol).*
Significant research supports the cardiovascular benefits of L-arginine in promoting vascular health and blood flow.* L-arginine enhances nitric oxide production in the arteries, which in turn relaxes blood vessels and maintains healthy blood flow.
Perfusia-SR is available for individuals who only want to supplement with L-arginine.
Folate (as L-5-Methyltetrahydrofolate from L-5-Methyltetrahydrofolic Acid, Glucosamine Salt) 552 mcg.
L-Arginine* 1 g.
Green Tea Phytosome (Camellia sinensis extract (leaf) / Phosphatidylcholine complex) 200 mg.
R-Lipoic Acid (as Sodium R-Lipoic Acid)50 mg.
Trans-Resveratrol 50 mg.
*L-Arginine complexed with Time-Sorb®, a time-release matrix.
Suggested Use:
Take 3 capsules two times daily or as recommended by a health-care practitioner.
What is L-arginine ?
L-arginine is a semi-essential amino acid involved in multiple areas of human physiology and metabolism. L-arginine significantly affects endocrine function and helps regulate the release of neurotransmitter chemicals, insulin, glucagon (which has the opposite effect of insulin; i.e., it raises blood sugar), and growth hormone.* However, one of L-arginine's most compelling contributions to human physiology is its role as a biological precursor of nitric oxide.* The vascular endothelium (lining of the arteries) creates nitric oxide from L-arginine, resulting primarily in blood vessel relaxation.* This property is critical to maintaining good vascular health, heart health, reproductive health, and protection against oxidative damage.*
Maintaining the natural, healthy functions of the vascular endothelium is dependent upon an adequate supply of L-arginine being available to these cells.* As mentioned above, the conversion of L-arginine to nitric oxide is responsible for these functions by making the endothelial cells more resistant to oxidative damage and adhesion by otherwise harmful substances.* Numerous studies have demonstrated that individuals with sufficient nitric oxide production by endothelial cells have the best opportunity to maintain healthy cardiovascular health.*
In a large, double-blind trial that observed male reproductive health issues, 1.6 g L-arginine daily for six weeks resulted in improvement in reproductive health in those men with low nitric oxide metabolism.*
Like most amino acids, L-arginine functions as a building block of proteins; however, its presence also appears to support wound healing.* Numerous studies show L-arginine supplementation benefits wound healing time and strength of the tissue in and around the wound during the healing phase.*
Without adequate L-arginine (and subsequently, nitric oxide) available to vascular endothelial cells, arteries may not optimally dilate, which can result in less than optimal blood flow to the organs and extremities.*
L-arginine is absorbed and metabolized by the body very quickly, which usually necessitates taking it frequently throughout the day.