Description
NOW Sports products are comprehensively tested so you can trust that our products are pure and effective for every level of athletics
NON-ESSENTIAL AMINO ACID: Ornithine is a non-essential amino acid that plays a central role in the urea cycle, functioning along with arginine and citrulline to rid the body of ammonia, a by-product of protein metabolism*
IMPORTANT MUSCULAR ENERGY SOURCE*: Because ornithine is converted into arginine, it can help to maintain healthy arginine levels in the body.* Ornithine can also be converted into other amino acids, such as citrulline, proline, and glutamate, as well as creatine, an important muscular energy source
GMP Quality Assured: NPA A-rated GMP certification means that every aspect of the NOW manufacturing process has been examined, including our laboratory/testing methods (for stability, potency, and product formulation)
Packaged in the USA by a family owned and operated company since 1968
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer : No
Product Dimensions : 3.15 x 3.15 x 6.25 inches; 10.48 ounces
Item model number : 0250
Department : Health and Beauty>Health and Wellness
Date First Available : April 28, 2004
Manufacturer : NOW Sports – Nutrition and Wellness
Best Sellers Rank: #171,035 in Health & Household (See Top 100 in Health & Household)
- #173 in L-Arginine Nutritional Supplements
Customer Reviews:
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Ornithine is a non-essential amino acid that plays a central role in the urea cycle, functioning along with arginine and citrulline to rid the body of ammonia, a by-product of protein metabolism.* Because ornithine is converted into arginine, it can help to maintain healthy arginine levels in the body.* Ornithine can also be converted into other amino acids, such as citrulline, proline, and glutamate, as well as creatine, an important muscular energy source.* This product is pure, and because no anti-caking agents are used, lumping may occur. This product contains hydrochloride, the acid normally present in the stomach, which acts to stabilize the L-ornithine. Natural color variation may occur in this product.
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