Arginine PRO Ajinomoto® Ajipure®

Arginine is an ‘essential’ amino acid for children in the growth phase, while for adults it is considered ‘conditionally essential’, as it can be synthesised by the body, primarily in the liver and kidneys. It is also introduced through the diet via meat, dried fruits, and certain protein-rich plant foods such as legumes. Its role becomes particularly important during periods of psychophysical stress, restrictive diets, physical trauma, burns, intense catabolic states, and convalescence.

Yamamoto® Nutrition uses Ajinomoto® Ajipure® L-Arginine, produced through a natural plant-based fermentation process that ensures pharmaceutical-grade purity and exceptional bioavailability. These free-form amino acids do not require digestion and are absorbed rapidly, allowing for more efficient physiological action.

Arginine plays numerous vital roles in the body, with particular relevance in sports and bodybuilding due to its stimulation of nitric oxide (NO) production. This vasodilatory effect enhances oxygenation and nutrient delivery to the muscles during physical activity.

Its key functions include:

• Supporting gluconeogenesis (glucose synthesis) in times of need
• Promoting protein synthesis
• Aiding in the synthesis of creatine and other amino acid derivatives
• Facilitating nitrogen waste disposal
• Providing an immunostimulant effect
• Acting as an antioxidant
• Promoting tissue healing and regeneration