If you’ve researched NO-boosting supplements, you’ve likely seen both L-Arginine and L-Citrulline. But the real magic happens when you take them together. 🤝
The NO Recycling Loop 🔄
When L-Arginine is converted to NO by the enzyme NOS, L-Citrulline is produced as a byproduct. Your kidneys then convert L-Citrulline back into L-Arginine, which can produce more NO. This creates a sustained, self-renewing loop. ♻️
Why Arginine Alone Falls Short 📉
L-Arginine taken orally has significant first-pass metabolism in the gut and liver. Much of it is broken down before reaching the bloodstream. L-Citrulline bypasses this and is efficiently converted to L-Arginine in the kidneys. 🧬
The Synergy Effect 📈
By supplementing both, you get immediate NO production from L-Arginine PLUS sustained production from L-Citrulline’s recycling pathway. The combination extends the duration and magnitude of the NO-boosting effect. ⚡
Maxentra includes both L-Arginine (in two forms) and L-Citrulline Malate for this exact synergy. ✅