Lysine, antioxidants, and CoQ10 help increase the effectiveness of L-Arginine.
AIDS
Arginine taken along with lysine can give additional immune strength to those with AIDS, frail immune systems, and certain infections.3
Immune Function
Arginine can enhance immune function by stimulating the thymus gland, where disease-fighting t-cells are stored until they are needed. Studies show that arginine can increase the number of T cells, and may even trigger the production of natural killer cells that can aid in the body’s defense against cancer.9
The “Natural Viagra”
Arginine is known as “the natural viagra” and is often recommended by natural healers as a supplement for men who have trouble maintaining an erection long enough to engage in sex. Arginine increases blood flow to the penis and can increase sperm count, as well as help in treating male infertility.9
Heart health
Arginine decreases cholesterol and also promotes healthy coronary microcirculation in people with high cholesterol and it deters the formation of blood clots, which can lead to heart attacks or strokes.3
Weight loss
Arginine has been shown to enhance fat metabolism, which may help with weight loss.10