Amino acid that can raise levels of nitric oxide in the blood and body tissue.
Increases blood flow necessary for arousal.
Vasodilation affects conditions such as chest pain from clogged arteries and headaches due to blood vessel swelling may be helped.
Wound healing properties, sperm production, and body building properties.
It is also being studied for wasting disease in people who have AIDS and similar conditions.
L-arginine is also found in most protein-rich foods, including fish, red meat, poultry, soy, whole grains, beans and dairy products.