Can L arginine Boost Your Sexual Performance? | Urologist explains

L-arginine is an amino acid that helps make proteins. It also becomes the gas nitric oxide (NO) in the body. NO is important for erectile function because it helps blood vessels relax, so more oxygen-rich blood can circulate through your arteries. Healthy blood flow to the arteries of the penis is essential for normal erectile function.

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DISCLAIMER: This video is purely educational and does not constitute medical advice. The content of this video is my personal opinion and not that of my employer(s). Use of this information is at your own risk. Rena Malik, M.D. will not assume any liability for any direct or indirect losses or damages that may result from the use of the information contained in this video including but not limited to economic loss, injury, illness, or death.

Chapters

0:00 Introduction
0:21 Supplements Disclaimer
0:54 What is L-Arginine?
01:11 What is Nitric Oxide?
01:45 L-arginine going down
02:05 L-arginine use in men study
03:24 L-arginine as a single compound study
04:13 International Index of Erectile Function
04:30 Penile Doppler Ultrasound
05:15 L-Arginine high intake side effects
05:53 Are Men satisfied with L-arginine?
06:29 Wrap up

[pkked]

I have been using L-Arginine and L-Citrulline for more than a decade.
We know a few things about Nitric Oxide that are not mentioned in this video:
1) combination with L-Citrulline will work better
2) utilising both pathways of Nitric Oxide production will optimise the NO levels: Arginine- NO synthase pathway and Nitrates-Nitrites pathway
3)Both the male and the female level of NO will have to be elevated for optimal sexual functions and performance.

[dlbracer]

69 years old. I take L-Arginine and L-Citruline daily... whether it works or not, I believe adding it to my routine helps with basic blood flow and energy.

[Josh_Exitcamper]

Having a girlfriend first is the number 1 supplement.

[stevieporter]

Thank you so much for helping us men with issues we don’t like talking about.

[coachjon]

I originally started taking this supplement for improved weight training. I found that not only did it help my performance in the gym, but it also helped with erectile hardness. that was over 20 years ago. I've never needed more than 3 grams in a day to feel results. usually take it with a meal. I'm truly surprised more men with ED don't know about this supplement... it's super cheap and sold anywhere that has supplements.

[rudeawakening]

My general surgeon explained to me about 8 years ago ;
DHEA and L- arginine are the two best combinations of supplements that I could take to “ increase blood flow “
and would be good for my heart . Of course, he advised going to the gym 4-5 days a week, and getting at least 20 minutes of cardio . I LISTENED to my 77 year old Dr . I am 62, and I couldn’t be happier . His advise has been spot on, and I’ve shared this with my other male friends and family .
BUT BEFORE YOU TAKE ANYTHING YOU SEEK ADVICE FROM YOUR DOCTOR !

[v.germanb]

I take L-Arginine and Citrulline together mixed with water every morning on an empty stomach, and my blood pressure is very healthy. Before taking it I was hitting pre-hypertension numbers. Not anymore.

[someguy]

Food with Citrulline- watermelon, especially the rind.

Foods to enhance Nitric Oxide- arugula and beetroot and beet greens. (raw beetgreens have high oxilates, but cooking reduces them. Oxilates can have negative health outcomes.)

[thomasjohn]

Since L-arginine is short-acting, it may be beneficial to take it just a couple of hours before the act and avoid taking it when there's no such plan. This way, one could reduce side-effects, particularly reduction in blood pressure, if the patient already suffers from low blood pressure.

[bpsitrep]

Thank you Dr Malik. That was very informative, and emphasizing 'supplement' is a key for everyone no matter what one takes something for.

[lookslikeit]

Thanks, Doc, for your scientific based information, it is so much better for us than listening to a commercial or promotions advertisement about penial health or any other health related topics.

[effeojnedib]

I'm 60 and way over weight (350 pounds). I take citrulline and arginine. Along with taurine. All in the evening before working out. I've been doing it for a year and have seen some improvement, although I didn't have serious ED to begin with. Checked my BP today. 115/76. I added celery to my daily meals about 2 weeks ago, and saw some good changes. Already eat arugula, spinach and vegetable powder every day. Also added niacin a few months ago. I life weights 3 days a week (40-50 minutes per workout) And do stationary bike, basic exercises and heavy punching bag work 3 days a week, minimum of 20 minutes combined. I also take maca (3 grams) turmeric and ginger (2 1/2 grams each) with my morning chai tea. I know it sounds like a lot, and probably is, but my cholesterol and blood pressure are good, my weiner works. lol My knees and lower back a screaming at me to loose weight though. That happens at the supper table, not in the gym.

[XCVi_MAC]

Been taking this for a week and it honestly works. I feel like I replenish a lot quicker and I have more energy. I bought a $15 bottle from Walmart.

[musicman]

Thank you for your regular, information videos, Dr. Malik! You are immensely informative!

[alaskacpu]

L-Arginine never worked for me - breathing exercise daily (twice a day) works 100% of the time! Thank You 💞

[dragonsbane]

Need 100 more like you lady, keep up the excellent work

[TheNeonRabbit]

Sometimes when I'm peeing I look down and say "Well, we've been through a lot together but I've outlived you".

[tedwilson]

Thank you for the information, Dr. Rena. I bow down to you!!

[glenn]

This is the kind of things we need to know. Thanks Doc.

[tjf]

Been taking both. Healthy at 52. Good diet and gym almost every day. Still noticed a difference. YMMV