Embla Arginine

Embla Arginine Products:

1. Repair Endothelial Cells

2. Promote Nitric Oxide Release

3. Promote Faster Wound Healing

4. Promote Healthy Levels of Youthful Hormones

Why and How Does Embla Arginine Improve Health?

1. Our Embla Arginine products, Cardio Care and Cardio Pro assist the human body to manufacture more Nitric Oxide, which is an absolutely essential-to-cardiovascular-health molecule that is produced in the body but is often in extremely short supply in the body by middle age.

2. Our Embla Arginine products are "Complete" Arginine formulations — meaning that all aspects of Nitric Oxide production and signaling, including endothelial cell repair and maintenance have been addressed.

3. Going beyond Nitric Oxide production and improved cardiovascular health, our Embla Arginine products promote youthful levels of many hormones and a biologically younger, more energized body.

Why is Nitric Oxide Important?

The Elastica Interna is an arterial muscle layer that runs the whole length of an artery and that tightens and relaxes with each beating of the heart — assisting blood to flow through the artery. Endothelial cells are the layer above and protect that muscle. Nitric oxide protects endothelial cells from free radicals and signals the underlying elastic interna to relax.

• Nitric Oxide's importance to health and "how the body makes it" was discovered by three Americans who were awarded a Nobel Prize in 1998 for their independent research into cardiovascular function. Nitric Oxide is made in the human body from the amino acid L-Arginine. It is made in endothelial cells (the interior, one-cell thick lining of arteries, veins, and capillaries). Nitric Oxide is a signaling molecule that because it is a gas can move through membranes to signal muscles to relax. Among other things, it signals the elastic interna and smooth muscles of arteries to relax with each beating of the heart. Additionally, it helps blood vessel linings (endothelial cells) to self-repair — and to remain smooth and healthy. Thus, Nitric Oxide production is absolutely essential for a healthy cardiovascular system.

• Nitric Oxide is produced optimally if plenty of Arginine is in the bloodstream and if endothelial cells (the one cell thick lining of arteries, veins, and capillaries) are in good working order. Unfortunately, many people don't eat correctly in order to allow free Arginine to exist in their bloodstream and also have damaged endothelial cells. That is a recipe for cardiovascular problems. If endothelial cells are in a damaged condition (which is the case for most people over the age of 50) then the endothelial cells won't be able to produce Nitric Oxide in appreciable amounts until they are repaired.

Here is why Embla Arginine will work better than other Arginine or Citrulline products:

• Embla Arginine formulations contain unique ingredients that function powerfully to repair Endothelial cells. This is so important because damaged endothelial cells will output relatively little Nitric Oxide compared to undamaged endothelial cells. Embla Arginine will help repair damaged endothelial cells quickly.

• Embla Arginine formulations also contain ingredients that neutralize free radicals. If not neutralized, free radicals will damage endothelial cells. Again, this is important, because damaged, endothelial cells cannot manufacture nitric oxide very well, and worse yet, plaque gets deposited into the damaged areas and that plaque then begins to build and arteries begin to narrow and harden.

• Embla Arginine has ingredients that help maintain normal blood sugar by repairing Leptin and Insulin receptors (see ingredients below) so that sugar more readily leaves the bloodstream. High blood sugar is damaging to endothelial cells just as much as (or possibly more than) do free radicals. So, keeping blood sugar in a normal range is exceedingly important to maintaining healthy endothelial cells.

• The ratio of Arginine to Citrulline in Embla Arginine formulations is 8 to 1. Many Arginine products have too much Citrulline, with ratios of 5 to 1 (Arginine to Citrulline), or even 2 to 1, 1 to 1, or 2 to 1, resulting in high levels of Arginine for a large part of every 24 hour period. Evidently, many formulators think that this is helpful because Citrulline helps "spent Arginine" to be recycled back into Arginine again and again to produce more Nitric Oxide. What these formulators seem to not understand is that Arginine and Lysine are competitors for cellular absorption, meaning that if the level of Arginine is high for too long a period of time in each 24 hour period, then the level of Lysine in the body will go down. When Lysine is too low one's immune system can be weakened. We believe that the perfect ratio of Arginine to Citrulline has been achieved in Embla Arginine.

• In other words, Embla Arginine products do the entire job of helping to make the cardiovascular system young and healthy, and without lowering Lysine levels.

How Else Does Embla Arginine Make One Younger and Healthier?

Embla Arginine ingredients stimulate the Pituitary Gland and Hypothalamus to make hormones such as testosterone and human growth hormone. Embla Arginine also stimulates the production of chemicals that enable faster wound healing, thicker healthier skin, eyes, and tissue of all types. All of this makes the body biologically "younger and healthier".

Embla Arginine Protocols - How to Use Embla Arginine

• Daytime Protocol (Cardiovascular Benefits) — One Scoop, on an empty stomach*, any time.

• Nighttime Protocol (Anti-Aging Benefits) — Two Scoops, on an empty stomach*, just before going to sleep at night.

• Athletic Performance Benefits — Two to three scoops, on empty stomach*, twenty minutes before peak athletic exertion

• Fat Burning Benefits — One Scoop, on an empty stomach*, during exercise.

* Empty stomach means no other food for two hours before and one hour afterward.

Daytime Protocol — For Cardiovascular Benefits

The recommended usage described below is for persons desiring to increase cardiovascular integrity.

Directions:

In order to achieve cardiovascular benefits:

1. Dissolve one scoop of Cardio Care or Cardio Pro (providing 5 grams of elemental L-Arginine) into a glass of water (6 to 12 ounces)

2. Water can be warm or cold, depending on preference

3. Do not use juice or any kind of flavored water

4. Stir and then allow to sit for a minute or two before drinking

5. Drink on an empty stomach (no food for two hours previously) and wait one hour before consuming any food or drink containing sugars or proteins. At any time of the day is good. An ideal time, however, is shortly after waking up in the morning.

Importance of Timing With Other Food/Drink:

Ideally, no food, vitamins, drugs are to be consumed for two hours prior and one hour afterward. If this recommendation is not followed, the benefits will not be fully obtained. The minimum time between last food intake and Cardio Care or Cardio Pro intake must be at least 45 minutes. May be taken one to three times daily.

Benefits from this recommended usage:

1. Helps produce Nitric-Oxide

2. Boosts energy

3. Reduction/oxidation benefits

4. Helps maintain healthy blood sugar levels

5. Helps repair and improve endothelial cell functioning for better cardiovascular health

6. Promotes healthy sexual performance

7. Functions as an Adaptogen to improve all cellular and intracellular signaling in the body

Nighttime Protocol — For Anti-aging Benefits

The recommended usage described below is for persons desiring to obtain anti-aging benefits, including regaining youthful hormone levels and neurological activity:

Directions:

In order to achieve anti-aging benefits:

1. Dissolve two scoops of Cardio Care or Cardio Pro (providing 10 grams of elemental L-Arginine) into a glass of water (12 to 24 ounces)

2. Water can be warm or cold, depending on preference

3. Do not use juice or any kind of flavored water

4. Stir and then let sit for two minutes before drinking

5. Drink just before going to sleep at night, on an empty stomach (no food for two hours previously)

Importance of Timing With Other Food/Drink:

Ideally, no food, vitamins, drugs are to be consumed for two hours prior and one hour afterward. If this recommendation is not followed, the benefits will not be fully obtained. The minimum space between food intake and Cardio Care or Cardio Pro intake must be at least 30 minutes or it will be a waste of product and money.

Benefits from this recommended usage:

1. Helps produce Nitric-Oxide (NO)

2. Helps repair and improve endothelial cell functioning for better cardiovascular health

3. Stimulates production of human anti-aging mechanisms in persons over 23

4. Enhances muscle mass

5. Supports muscle growth and development

6. Aids in decreasing body fat

7. Reduction/oxidation benefits

8. Boosts energy

9. Promotes healthy sexual performance

10. More significantly provides the building blocks needed in order for the body to maintain its own healthy growth hormone levels

For Athletic Benefits

The recommended usage described below is for people wanting to increase muscle mass, increase strength, reduce adipose tissue body fat and shorten recuperation time. You may wish to review this L-Arginine documentation specifically for athletes.

Directions:

In order to achieve athletic benefits:

1. Dissolve two to three scoops of Cardio Care or Cardio Pro (providing 10 to 15 grams of elemental L-Arginine) into a glass of water (16 to 32 ounces)

2. Water can be warm or cold, depending on preference

3. Do not use juice or any kind of flavored water

4. Stir and then allow to sit for two minutes before drinking

5. Drink 20 minutes before intense exercise, on an empty stomach (no food for two hours previously and one hour afterwards)

Importance of Timing With Other Food/Drink:

Take 20 minutes before the peak of exercise/workout.

Ideally, no food, vitamins, drugs are to be consumed for two hours prior and one hour afterwards. If this recommendation is not followed, the benefits will not be fully obtained. The minimum time between food intake and Cardio Care or Cardio Pro intake must be at least 30 minutes. May be taken once or twice per day.

Benefits:

1. Enhances and stimulates muscle mass

2. Supports muscle growth

3. Aids in decreasing body fat

4. Helps maintain healthy blood sugar levels

5. Helps boost energy

6. Helps repair and improve endothelial cell functioning

7. Helps promote healthy sexual performance

8. Helps provide the building blocks necessary for the body to maintain its own healthy growth hormone levels

9. Helps produce Nitric-Oxide

For Fat Burning Benefits

The recommended usage described below is for people wanting to reduce adipose tissue body fat.

Directions:

In order to achieve fat-burning benefits:

1. Dissolve one scoop of Cardio Care or Cardio Pro (providing 5 grams of elemental L-Arginine) into a glass of water (8 to 12 ounces)

2. Water can be warm or cold, depending on preference

3. Do not use juice or any kind of flavored water

4. Stir and then allow to sit for two minutes before drinking

5. Drink on an empty stomach (no food for two hours previously and one hour afterwards).

6. Can be drunk any time of day, but fat burning is enhanced if drunk just prior to, during, or immediately afterward exercise.

Importance of Timing With Other Food/Drink:

Drink just before exercise.

Ideally, no food, vitamins, drugs are to be consumed for two hours prior and one hour afterward. If this recommendation is not followed, the benefits will not be fully obtained. The minimum time between food intake and Cardio Care or Cardio Pro intake must be at least 30 minutes. May be taken once or twice per day.

Benefits:

1. Aids in decreasing body fat

2. Antioxidant benefits

3. Helps maintain healthy blood sugar levels

4. Boosts energy

5. Functions as an Adaptogen to improve all cellular and intracellular signaling in the body

Contraindications:

Although L-Arginine is said to be the safest of all amino acids and is naturally found in meat, dairy chocolate, onions, garlic, coconut, grains, and nuts (and many more foods), certain persons must not use L-Arginine supplements without express authorization from their physician. These include, but are not limited to persons with prostate cancer, persons with ocular or brain herpes, persons with kidney or liver dysfunction, anyone under the age of 23, or pregnant and nursing women. See additional safety information.

Embla Arginine - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the proper way to take L-Arginine in order to obtain a nitric oxide release?

The answer is — at a different time than Lysine.

If Arginine and Lysine are consumed together, these two amino acids compete for uptake into the body, and so, the benefits of neither are received. The matter of receiving Arginine benefits boils down to having Arginine go into the bloodstream at a different time than Lysine (approximately 2 hours apart from each other). This seems simple enough, but the reality is that most foods contain a significant amount of Arginine and Lysine. Therefore, we recommend no other foods for two hours before and one hour after consuming an Arginine supplement, so that Arginine uptake and nitric oxide manufacturing is best assured.

The other element of ensuring ample Nitric Oxide production is having endothelial cells that are in good working order. That's why Embla Arginine includes ingredients that help repair and maintain endothelial cells.

What Are Specific Benefits of Arginine?

• Arginine helps enables fat burning

• Arginine improves immune function

• Arginine helps improve hormone signaling and production

• Arginine builds muscle mass

• Arginine helps to increase bone density

• Arginine reduces healing time of injuries particularly bones when they break as in Osteoporosis

• Arginine furnishes antioxidant properties

• Arginine increases energy levels

• Arginine helps to naturally reduce blood pressure

• Arginine reduces the risk of heart disease, stroke, and cholesterol

• Arginine reduces clogged arteries

• Arginine is a natural alternative for Viagra and also works for women

• Arginine helps with achieving and maintaining erections

Has there been any research to confirm the effectiveness of Arginine?

There has been a great deal of research and ongoing study of Arginine for over 30 years. A Nobel prize and over 10,000 citations exist for the effectiveness of Arginine in producing cardiovascular and other health benefits.

What are the benefits of increasing testosterone, especially in older men?

One of the biggest complaints of older men is in the area of sexual dysfunction and that relates to testosterone. Reduced testosterone levels, also, are correlated to high blood pressure, heart attacks, lessened levels of all hormones, a propensity to catch colds, and, in general, lessened happiness. So, when men get older and their hormones start declining, they are not as happy. Fortunately, it is possible to boost hormone levels without any side effects by supplementing with L-Arginine. Also, fortunately, there are few, if any, side effects. Arginine is a natural amino acid that when consumed apart from other amino acids, will tell the pituitary gland to make its own natural hormones, giving the same testosterone levels that men had when they were young. Arginine is not testosterone, it is simply triggering the body to produce its own natural testosterone and that is the key to not having any side effects.

There is a correlation between testosterone levels and sexual desire, increased sexual performance, and fertility in regards to both males and females. And, in males, increased arginine levels also produce increased sperm counts.

Erectile dysfunction is a problem for 50% of the male population over 40, which is related to low testosterone and diminished blood flow. L-Arginine scores a direct hit in helping in both of these areas. This is why many reproductive clinics and reproductive endocrinologists now use L-Arginine in their practices with virtually all their patients.

Isn’t Arginine Just an Amino Acid Present in Nearly All Food?

That depends on one’s point of view... laser light could be called just light, but it is far more than just "light" in what it can do. Here’s why Arginine is special:

• When Arginine is eaten by itself (away from the other amino acids so as to avoid Arginine / Lysine competition), it takes on the ability to produce many remarkable results, including the ability to release nitric oxide into the body, the ability to promote wound healing, HGH release, improve immune function and improve sexual function.

• These properties have been validated by the scientific community including receiving the Nobel Prize in Medicine in 1998. Columbia University refers to it as the “magic bullet” in human health. In an effort to document its many properties, Columbia’s researchers have compiled over 10,000 citations. A study of the phenomenon of Arginine is even included in the course material at the Columbia University of Medical Physicians and Surgeons. The key is taking Arginine in a specific way, namely, apart from Lysine.

Does It Really Matter Which Arginine Formulation I Use?

Yes!... and no! Here are some thoughts about varying formulations or Arginine rich foods:

• Arginine is good for you, period! You could just dissolve Arginine powder in water and drink (but, plain Arginine tastes awful)... and you will benefit significantly. Or, you could eat large amounts of pine nuts or walnuts (two hours apart from other foods) since they are high in Arginine and low in Lysine, and you will get Arginine benefits from food.

• Nitric oxide production can be improved by adding Citrulline as Citrulline helps recycle Arginine, extending the Nitric Oxide generating time from 20 minutes to an hour or more.

• Be aware that Arginine marketers are too exuberant about their products and their unique formulas. Some vendors tout Arginine hydrochloride, Arginine alpha-ketoglutarate, or Arginine ester-chloride versions of Arginine, or different ratios of Arginine to Citrulline as being the "best". One particular Arginine formulator condemns all Arginine formulations except her own as being highly dangerous stating that only her formula will not potentially cause sterility, heart failure, and other maladies that she warns can result from consumption of competing Arginine products. In other words, the Arginine marketplace can be confusing.

• The best way to navigate the Arginine arena is to believe the main "thrust" of science, which is that taking any good Arginine is better than taking none.

• Beyond the general recommendation to consume Arginine regularly, we believe that plain Arginine can be improved in effectiveness by a small amount of Citrulline. Too much Citrulline or a Citrulline only formulation, however, is not so good as that will reduce Lysine levels. The reason for the loss of Lysine is that Arginine and Lysine compete for uptake in the body, and, therefore, one should ensure that Lysine has long periods of time for absorption, too. Depressed Lysine lowers immune system strength. Other than warning about getting too much Citrulline, any Arginine is good. So, you should just buy an Arginine and take it. Whichever brand of Arginine you use will be better than not using one at all. Remember, however, you should consult with your medical professional before embarking on any supplementation regimen.

• Our formulation does specifically endeavor to improve cardiovascular health with the inclusion of ingredients that will improve the health of the endothelial cells (that's the place where Nitric Oxide is manufactured) and where cardiovascular disease can occur. We think of our product as not merely being an Arginine supplement, but as being a whole cardiovascular health-restoring protocol. If, however, you already have another Arginine product in your cupboard or refrigerator, then take it, because, in the words of General George Patton, a good plan executed now is better than a perfect plan executed later. But, when you run out of that product, get our product. We believe that you’ll like it better and get better health results.

How does L-Arginine Supplementation (Away from Other Amino Acids) Help in Terms of Slowing Down or Reversing Aging?

Arginine helps in many ways.

• First, it helps both the circulatory system and the muscles maintain integrity and flexibility. Loss of this flexibility is a hallmark of an old body.

• Second, Arginine is a signaling molecule and is key to nearly every process of life, energy production, thinking, immune function and much more. A slow down in these processes is also associated with aging.

• Third, Arginine helps the body’s cells stay optimally hydrated. “Drying out” (literally) is also a common hallmark of aging.

• Fourth, as part of the aging process, the human body begins to slow down in its production of youth hormones. In fact, one of the clinical definitions of aging involves the reduction of youth hormones. Growth hormone, testosterone, and IGF factors are the primary anti-aging hormones and they are directly involved in the aging process. In our youth the hormones account for: muscle tone, bone and skin growth, reduced stored body fat, energy, and sexual stamina. These hormones keep us young (beautiful, lean, and strong) when they are present in our bodies at high levels. Upon reaching the age of 23, the levels of these hormones begin to go down. As the level of these anti-aging hormones reduces in our body we begin the natural process of aging – we look and feel older. One of the amazing properties of L-Arginine is its capacity to stimulate the body's production of growth hormone, testosterone, and IGF back to the same level as it did in its youth. This product is a dream come true for the “baby boomers” just now stepping into old age. Quite literally, one can administer Arginine to an 80 or 90-year-old person and they will begin to produce youth hormones that help keep the skin tight, the body healthy and lean, increase muscle mass, and improve immune function – all of which typically declines after the age of 23. To achieve the maximum youth-preserving effect, we recommend using either Cardio Care and Cardio Pro according to our anti-aging protocol.

Embla Arginine Ingredient Benefits

Here is more about each of the ingredients in Cardio Care and Cardio Pro:

• Arginine and Citrulline: pharmaceutical grade L-Arginine and Citrulline Malate. We include 5,000 mg per serving of L-Arginine, but only 600 mg of Citrulline Malate so that Arginine recycling does not continue long enough to lower Lysine levels. By restricting the amount of Citrulline to the amounts recommended by the Nobel Prize winners who discovered Nitric Oxide benefits, Lysine levels are not impacted. Other formulations with higher levels of Citrulline can cause a drop in Lysine levels in the body.

• Vitamin B1 (Thiamine): Without adequate amounts of Vitamin B1, endothelial cells are very susceptible (especially the brain and circulatory system) to damage.

• Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin): Vitamin B2 is essential to epithelial cell function and helps protect against homocysteine damage to endothelial cells of blood vessels.

• Vitamin B3 (Niacin): the lack of Niacin is a strong predictor of arterial damage.

• Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid): Vitamin B5 is essential to making healthy endothelial cells in brain capillaries. Nitric Oxide also helps the brain function better.

• Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine): Vitamin B6 helps ensure the delivery of oxygen to cells and is essential to correct epithelial cell function. Persons with low levels of Vitamin B6 have almost double the risk of heart disease. Along with Vitamin B12, it helps prevent cognitive decline.

• Vitamin B9 (Folate): Folate helps reduce Homocysteine which causes endothelial cell damage. Some researchers believe that Folate can reduce the likelihood of cardiovascular disease by up to 20%.

• Vitamin B12 (Methylcobalamin): Vitamin B12 helps protect against injuries to vascular linings.

• Vanadium Sulfate: Vanadium helps lower the risk of cardiovascular disease and helps lower blood sugar

• Chromium Picolinate: Chromium helps lower the risk of cardiovascular disease and helps lower blood sugar

• Choline Bitartrate: Choline helps protect the endothelial against hypoxic injuries by ensuring the continuity of the endothelial cell structure and function.

• Curcumin C3 Reduct ODN — Curcumin significantly improves endothelial cell function. The type of Curcumin we include is many times more assimilated than standard Curcumin powder.

• Banaba Leaf Extract: Banaba Leaf is a newcomer to the nutraceutical market. It helps repair both Insulin and Leptin receptors as well as endothelial cells, and by so doing helps with the goal of having less sugar in the blood and with normalizing metabolic mode and weight.

• N-Acetyl Cysteine: NAC boosts levels of Glutathione in the body. Glutathione is a potent antioxidant, helping to protect cells from free radicals and helping the liver to detoxify the body. It is known for its ability to help prevent endothelial cell damage.