Citrulline Malate Supplements

Citrulline Malate is a compound consisting of Citrulline, a nonessential amino acid that is primarily found in melons, and malate, an apple derivative. Citrulline Malate has been used with great success by European clinicians who have reported results of increased energy and overall feelings of well-being.

Citrulline Malate plays a role of regulating Nitric Oxide (NO). Nitric oxide is the cell-signaling molecule that has a part in regulating blood flow, oxygen delivery, glucose uptake, muscle firepower, and muscle growth. Obviously the ability to control these physiological effects can be of tremendous value to athletes. Research has shown that supplementation of Citrulline raises Arginine levels more effectively than taking the same dose of straight Arginine.

Citrulline Malate also aids in reducing lactic acid in the muscle. The production and removal of urea is essential for the elimination of ammonia and toxic nitrogen metabolites. Ammonia is extremely toxic to all cells and excessive levels may even be fatal. Even in healthy athletes, the build up of ammonia can lead to extreme fatigue and more.

Citrulling Malate also aids increased ATP and phosphocreatine recovery. Studies show subjects using Citrulline Malate have an increase in the rate of muscle ATP (Andenosine Triphosphate, the major energy source within the cell) production during exercise and greater phosphocreatine recovery after exercise. So taking Citrulline Malate may result in muscles that can keep on going and going.