NOW Foods L-Arginine
NOW Foods L-Arginine is a pharmaceutical grade amino acid food supplement, sold as a pure powder, tablets or capsules so you can choose the format that fits your routine.
Key features
- L-arginine, a conditionally essential amino acid
- Pharmaceutical grade quality
- Involved in urea metabolism, DNA synthesis and protein production in the body
- Acts as a precursor to nitric oxide (NO)
- Wide choice of formats, including 500mg tablets and capsules
Arginine is classed as conditionally essential because the body can usually make enough of it, though intake from food also plays a part. It is a familiar ingredient for gym-goers, and the loose powder can be mixed into water or a shake, while the tablets and capsules give a pre-measured amount.
Available as 454g pure powder, 500mg tablets (120), 500mg capsules (100 or 250), and tablets in 60 or 180 counts.
Serving information
| Label shown for | 120 tablets(500mg) (other sizes or versions may differ, so check the pack) |
| Serving size | 1 Tablet |
| Servings per container | 120 |
Amounts per serving
| Ingredient | Recommended daily dose (1 Tablet) |
|---|---|
| L-Arginine | 1000 mg |
Ingredients
L-Arginine, Hydroxypropyl Cellulose, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Vegetarian Coating [hypromellose (cellulose), calcium carbonate, mct oil (medium-chain triglycerides) (from coconut/palm kernel oil), xylitol], Stearic Acid (vegetable source), Croscarmellose Sodium and Silicon Dioxide. Not manufactured with wheat, gluten, soy, milk, egg, fish or shellfish ingredients. Produced in a GMP facility that processes other ingredients containing these allergens.
Recommended use
Take 1 tablet twice daily as needed. Take between meals or at bedtime with at least 8 oz. of water or juice to facilitate absorption.
Suitability / allergen information
- L-Arginine, Hydroxypropyl Cellulose, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Vegetarian Coating [hypromellose (cellulose), calcium carbonate, mct oil (medium-chain triglycerides) (from coconut/palm kernel oil), xylitol], Stearic Acid (vegetable source), Croscarmellose Sodium and Silicon Dioxide.
- Not manufactured with wheat, gluten, soy, milk, egg, fish or shellfish ingredients.
- Produced in a GMP facility that processes other ingredients containing these allergens.
Allergens are shown in bold in the ingredients.
Warnings and storage
Take this product with at least 8 oz. of water or juice. For adults only. Not for pregnant or nursing women. Consult physician if taking medication (especially antihypertensives, anticoagulants, and antidiabetic drugs), have a medical condition (especially asthma or renal disease) or are planning to have surgery. This product should be avoided by persons with glaucoma or herpes simplex unless otherwise prescribed by a physician. Do not use if you have had a myocardial infarction or have established coronary artery disease. Keep out of reach of children.
Country of origin: United States of America. Information taken from the UK product label; always read the label on the pack before use.
Food supplements should not be used as a substitute for a varied, balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle.