{"product_id":"arginine-citrulline-now-foods","title":"Arginine \u0026 Citrulline | 120 Capsules | NOW Foods","description":"\u003ch2\u003eArginine \u0026amp; Citrulline from NOW Foods\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo related amino acids in one capsule. That is the idea behind this formula from NOW Foods. Each vegetarian capsule contains 500mg L-\u003cstrong\u003earginine\u003c\/strong\u003e and 250mg L-citrulline, both in free form. You take 2 per day, so a bottle of 120 capsules lasts two months. Interesting for athletes, but also for those who simply want to know more about these two building blocks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat arginine and citrulline have to do with each other\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArginine is an amino acid that you get from high-protein food, such as meat, fish, nuts and legumes. Your body also produces it itself. Citrulline is a related amino acid that your kidneys can convert into arginine. That is why you often see the two together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy the way, citrulline owes its name to the watermelon, in Latin Citrullus lanatus. It was first isolated from it in 1914, and watermelon is still one of the richest natural sources. Arginine, on the other hand, is found in large amounts in pumpkin seeds, peanuts, turkey and lentils. With a varied diet you therefore already get some of both. Your body also produces citrulline itself in the intestinal wall, from other amino acids such as glutamine. The difference with these capsules is mainly the amount and the timing: you know exactly how much you take, and you can take it separately from a meal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy citrulline is included, and not just L-arginine\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis capsule combines both amino acids: 500mg L-arginine and 250mg L-citrulline per capsule. Citrulline is converted into arginine in your kidneys.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFree form, what does that actually mean\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the label, both amino acids are listed as 'free form'. This means that they occur freely, not bound in a protein chain as in a piece of meat. Your digestion therefore does not have to cut them out of a protein first. NOW Foods chooses pure amino acids here, without a salt form such as arginine-HCl or citrulline-malate. Because of this, 500mg on the label is really 500mg of arginine. Good to know: athletes often choose powders with a few grams per serving. These capsules are intended as a lower, daily intake that you can take without a shaker or measuring spoon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhen it is better to consult\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAmino acids sound harmless, but these two affect your blood vessels. If you use blood pressure medication, nitrates or other heart medication, discuss it with your doctor first. The same applies to reduced kidney function, glaucoma or recurrent herpes, because arginine can play a role in this. For pregnant women and women who are breastfeeding, consultation is also wise. The product is only intended for adults.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA simple formula with two related amino acids in one capsule.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"NOW Foods","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54816672612690,"sku":"Now-055","price":20.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0609\/9006\/2812\/files\/arginine-citrulline-now-foods.jpg?v=1790166966","url":"https:\/\/www.luto-supplements.nl\/en\/products\/arginine-citrulline-now-foods","provider":"LUTO Supplements","version":"1.0","type":"link"}