What is it?

Nitric Oxide is a gas produced in the human body by the conversion of the amino acid L-Arginine into L-Citruline by a group of enzymes called Nitric Oxide Synthase (NOS).

What does it do?

Nitric Oxide vaso-dilates (opens up) blood vessels to improve circulation to working muscles. This increase in blood flow helps to deliver more nutrients and oxygen to the muscles all while helping remove lactic acid and ammonia.

Does it meet my needs for my goals?

To increase Nitric Oxide the body needs some additional L-Arginine, Arginine Alpha-Ketoglutarate (AAKG), Arginine Ethyl Ester (AEE), Arginine Ketoisocaproate (AKIC) or any other form of Arginine.

L-Arginine will give the least amount of Nitric Oxide production but it makes up for that by increasing Growth Hormone production as a secondary job. There is still a moderate amount of increase in blood flow.

Using any of the modified versions of Arginine (AAKG, AEE, AKIC) will result in a higher amount of Nitric Oxide production due to better absorption rates. Investing in a quality, advanced Arginine product will help you make marked changes in your physique. When looking at buying a “Pump product” ensure that each serving has a minimum of 2 grams of Arginine. Take a serving about 30 minutes before your training session. Take a second serving about 30 minutes after your post-workout protein shake.

Increasing the production of Nitric Oxide is a key to anyone exercising with the desire for increased muscle performance, muscle gain and recovery. The more nutrient rich blood reaching the muscles, the greater the chance for those muscles to amplify their strength and enlarge in size.

How much Nitric Oxide should I take?

As with most amino acids there is a limit as to how much you should consume in a day. Find a dose which works for you (good pumps) and stick to it. Just because 3 grams works well does not mean that taking 6 grams will work better!

Most Popular Nitric Oxide Products:

Gaspari SuperPump250: As the name implies, SuperPump250 gives you a mind-blowing pump as part of its job! On top of that, SuperPump250 is jam-packed with Creatine, an Amino Acid complex, and a nice little jolt of Caffeine to get your butt in the gym and make it worth it! Take a serving approximately 30 minutes prior to your workout.

Universal Nutrition NOX3: This is a tablet form of two types of Arginine (AAKG, AKIC), along with L-Ornithine AKG, to not only get you pumped but to increase the production of growth hormone as well. This combo product is convenient to take and provides you with 3 grams of Arginine per serving. Take approximately 30 minutes prior to your workout.

Musashi L-Arginine: This is your base version of L-Arginine in a powder form. This is an excellent version for increasing health and wellness as well as recovery. Take 2 grams (1/2 tsp) directly upon awakening, and a second serving approximately 30 minutes before dinner.

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