L-Citrulline Amino Acid Powder
*Nature’s Velvet L-Citrulline DL Malate Powder is an amino acid and a precursor to Arginine. Citrulline is one of the most popular inclusions in pre-workout drinks. Citrulline malate powder includes a compound called malic acid, which is found in many fruits and vegetables and may increase energy. This supplement includes a 2:1 ratio of citrulline and malate. Citrulline also plays an important role in the maintenance of a healthy immune system.
Amino acids help your muscles rebuild stronger and more toned after you exercise. The more efficient your body is at utilizing amino acids as fuel during and after workouts, the more likely you are to see the lean, toned results you’re looking for. Your body will build muscle tissue instead of consuming it.
Citrulline boosts nitric oxide production in the body. Nitric oxide helps in boosting the immunity system. Citrulline enhances your ability to recover after a workout. Maintain healthy functioning of the immune system and to promote recovery from exercise.
FAQS
- What is Citrulline Malate? Answer: Citrulline malate (CM) is an organic salt made up of the non-essential amino acid L-citrulline and L-malic acid, an intermediate in the citric acid cycle. The main dietary source of citrulline is watermelon (Citrullus vulgaris), while malic acid is common to apples (Malus pumila) and grapes (Vitis vinifera).
- Is citrulline malate safe? Answer: Citrulline is an amino acid with several health benefits. It also appears to be safe and there are currently no known side effects. For weight training, citrulline malate has been studied the most. A dose of 8 grams may reduce fatigue and improve performance in the gym.
- What does citrulline malate do for the body? Answer: Supplementation of Citrulline Malate is shown to increase Arginine levels in the body, which supports the production of Nitric Oxide. This in turn has benefits like increasing blood flow, oxygen transportation and nutrient uptake, as well as assisting muscle functions for improved output and growth.
- When should you take citrulline malate? Answer: Citrulline Malate is best taken on an empty stomach for optimal absorption. On exercise days we would recommend taking one serving first thing in the morning and another serving 30-40 minutes prior to exercise.
- What is citrulline malate used for? Answer: L-citrulline is also used for Alzheimer's disease, dementia, sickle cell disease, high blood pressure (it is used to control high blood pressure in children after heart surgery), and diabetes. Citrulline malate is a salt form of citrulline.