Arginine alpha-ketoglutarate (AAKG) is the salt of arginine and alpha-ketoglutaric acid bonded together.

Both arginine and alpha-ketoglutaric acid are precursors to nitric oxide (NO) production. The rate-limiting step of amino acid uptake into skeletal muscle is the transportation of the amino acids through the blood to the skeletal muscle, which is governed by blood flow. Nitric oxide vasodilates blood vessels, thereby increasing blood flow. This increase when combined with exercises means greater blood flow and greater amino acid deliver and uptake in the working skeletal muscle. Exercise itself results in an increase in nitric oxide production, and the increased blood flow created by exercise is believed to be linked to the increase in protein synthesis post workout.

Arginine is a precursor for nitric oxide production. Supplementing with exogenous arginine increases nitric oxide production and therefore blood vessel dilation and blood flow, which promotes nutrient delivery (i.e. amino acids) to skeletal muscle. Arginine is also involved in hormone secretion, wound healing, and immune system functioning. Alpha-ketoglutaric acid is a vital intermediate in the Kreb's energy cycle, used in the formation of amino acids, and a nitrogen/ammonia transporter. The combination of alpha-ketoglutaric acid's benefits with arginine's benefits give AAKG a clear edge over standard L-arginine.*

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234-0052 Primaforce AAKG Powder, Unflavored 250 grams Nutrition Facts Serving Size: 1 Scoop (2g) Servings Per Container: 125 Amount Per Serving % Daily Value* Arginine Alpha-Ketoglutarate 2,000  mg   *Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Product produced in a GMP certified facility. Tested for purity and potency.   Recommended Use: Use as a dietary supplement, take 1 scoop 2-4 times per day. Warning: Not intended for use by persons under the age of 18. If you are pregnant or nursing or are taking any prescription medications, consult your health care professional before using this or any other dietary supplement product. Immediately discontinue use and consult your doctor if any adverse reactions occur. KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN. Before beginning any program of weight loss, consult your health care practitioner. These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. If you notice any errors in the information above, please let us know. If you have further questions about this product, please contact Primaforce at 1-336-567-0104 The nutrition facts listed above are supplied as a courtesy to our customers. The nutrition facts were current and accurate to the best of our knowledge at the time they were entered. Manufacturers often change formulas or ingredients without notifying us. We do our best to keep them as up to date as possible, however Netrition.com will not be held responsible for any differences between what is listed on our web site and what is listed on the product that you receive. If you need to be 100% certain of the ingredients currently being shipped, we recommend that you call or email our customer service department to check the shelf of current stock.