How Much Nitric Oxide Can I Take Without Side Affects?

Question

I bought Twinlab Nitrate Fuel Shot Which Contains 3000 MG OF AKG Per Serving. It States One Serving Per Day. What Is The Max AKG A Person Can Take, Because I Remember Taking More With The Product Nitrix? I Am Into Weight Training So, Im Not A Beginner, Nor Bones.

Answer 1

The active ingredient in all NOS enhancers is some form of arginine, a semi-essential amino acid. In the case of your product, the manufacturer is using Arginine Alpha-Ketoglutarate (AKG). This form of arginine is thought to be better absorbed by the body.

There is no government suggested dose for arginine, so you need to base your dose on the manufacturer's recommendation or the academic research on arginine. Generally, the recommended dose will be between 3-6 grams (3000 to 5000 mg) of arginine a day.

If your goal is to increase growth hormone levels, take the arginine on an empty stomach, preferably before bed. Otherwise, take the supplement 30 minutes before your workout.

There are no serious reported side effects to arginine at these dose levels. You should be aware, however, that if you are recovering from a heart attack, you should avoid consumption of supplemental arginine. Also, if you are under the age of 18, talk with your doctor before starting a supplementation regimen.

Best of luck!