Nitric oxide (NO) is a gas the body produces to dilate and relax blood vessels and help deliver oxygen throughout the body. NO supports a healthy heart, blood pressure, exercise performance and recovery, and libido, as well as digestion and cell metabolism. When your body senses stress on the blood vessels, it signals the body to produce NO to relax the vessels and increase blood flow to the area.
One way NO is produced is through what is called the “nitric oxide cycle” by converting L-arginine to L-citrulline (the biproduct) and then back again. During the conversion, there is an off-gassing effect, which is NO. L-arginine (LA) and L-citrulline (LC) are amino acids found in food. LA comes from animal-based products, whereas LC comes from plants. Both are critical to the NO cycle. Some supplement companies promote taking LC.
However, it is the conversion from LA to LC that makes NO. While both supplements can be beneficial, I believe L-arginine to be superior and the best form is via injection or intravenous (IV) because your body does not have to digest it.
While consuming healthy whole foods is critical in maintaining optimal health and wellbeing, the degradation of the digestive system can significantly impair the ability to uptake nutrients, leading to deficiencies. IV and injection therapies can deliver high-dose nutrients to optimize your levels.
For information on IV or injection therapy, please call us at (480) 992-4202 or go to primeiveastmesa.com.
Prime IV Hydration & Wellness – Red Mountain Gateway is located at 2025 N. Power Road in Suite 106