citrulline
noun
cit·rul·line
ˈsi-trə-ˌlēn 
: a crystalline amino acid C6H13N3O3 formed especially as an intermediate in the conversion of ornithine to arginine
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Relieves Muscle Soreness The citrulline in watermelon can boost nitric oxide production and reduce ammonia levels.
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Lindsey Desoto, Rd, Ld, Verywell Health, 23 July 2024
Watermelon: Watermelon has high concentrations of citrulline, an amino acid that may enhance blood flow and lessen the risk of ED.
—Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 15 Jan. 2023
Each scoop provides the natural benefits of creatine, caffeine, citrulline, beta-alanine, and other must-have ingredients.
—The Salt Lake Tribune, 28 Oct. 2022
The only components in the product are caffeine, beta-alanine, l-citrulline, and l-tyrosine.
—Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 17 Oct. 2022
However, Red Boost also contains L-citrulline, an amino acid linked to vasodilation and blood flow.
—Jon Goodwin, Discover Magazine, 30 Dec. 2022
This supplement is made with a unique 2-in-1 formula that includes L-citrulline and longjack 100 to boost testosterone production while supporting balanced levels.
—The Salt Lake Tribune, 8 Nov. 2022
It’s formulated with a blend of B vitamins, fenugreek, L-citrulline, zinc, ancient peat extract, boron, and eurycoma longifolia extract.
—The Salt Lake Tribune, 8 Nov. 2022
Each serving is loaded with creatine, L-citrulline, niacin, and a blend of B-vitamins.
—The Salt Lake Tribune, 28 Oct. 2022
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Lindsey Desoto, Rd, Ld, Verywell Health, 23 July 2024
Watermelon: Watermelon has high concentrations of citrulline, an amino acid that may enhance blood flow and lessen the risk of ED.
—Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 15 Jan. 2023
Each scoop provides the natural benefits of creatine, caffeine, citrulline, beta-alanine, and other must-have ingredients.
—The Salt Lake Tribune, 28 Oct. 2022
The only components in the product are caffeine, beta-alanine, l-citrulline, and l-tyrosine.
—Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 17 Oct. 2022
However, Red Boost also contains L-citrulline, an amino acid linked to vasodilation and blood flow.
—Jon Goodwin, Discover Magazine, 30 Dec. 2022
This supplement is made with a unique 2-in-1 formula that includes L-citrulline and longjack 100 to boost testosterone production while supporting balanced levels.
—The Salt Lake Tribune, 8 Nov. 2022
It’s formulated with a blend of B vitamins, fenugreek, L-citrulline, zinc, ancient peat extract, boron, and eurycoma longifolia extract.
—The Salt Lake Tribune, 8 Nov. 2022
Each serving is loaded with creatine, L-citrulline, niacin, and a blend of B-vitamins.
—The Salt Lake Tribune, 28 Oct. 2022
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citrulline
noun
cit·rul·line
ˈsi-trə-ˌlēn; si-ˈtrəl-ˌēn, -ən
: a crystalline amino acid C6H13N3O3 formed especially as an intermediate in the conversion of ornithine to arginine in the living system
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