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Does Intake Of L-Arginine And L-Citrulline Supplements Lead To Increased Uric Acid Levels?
Question: will taking l citrulline + l arginine supplements increase uric acid level?
Brief Answer:
Supplementation of L-Arginine and L-Citrulline may lead to increased uric acid levels
Detailed Answer:
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L-Arginine and L-Citrulline, increase uric acid production in the body, therefore uric acid levels may increase, but most healthy individuals are able to excrete excess uric acid through kidneys.
However, if there is some defect Or reduced renal capacity in excretion of uric acid through kidneys e.g in old age, it would definitely lead to elevation of uric acid levels.
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Supplementation of L-Arginine and L-Citrulline may lead to increased uric acid levels
Detailed Answer:
Hello. Thank you for writing to us
I have read your question and I have noted your concern.
L-Arginine and L-Citrulline, increase uric acid production in the body, therefore uric acid levels may increase, but most healthy individuals are able to excrete excess uric acid through kidneys.
However, if there is some defect Or reduced renal capacity in excretion of uric acid through kidneys e.g in old age, it would definitely lead to elevation of uric acid levels.
Regards
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