L-Arginine Plus 180c by Thorne – Healthy Blood Flow and Nitric Oxide Support
L-Arginine Plus capsules by Thorne combine sustained-release L-arginine with vitamins, botanicals, and R-lipoic acid for healthy blood flow support. Formerly Perfusia Plus, this formula uses a Time-Sorb® matrix and adds nutrients beyond those in a single-ingredient arginine supplement.
Key L-Arginine Plus 180c Benefits
- Supports nitric oxide production, helping blood vessels relax as part of the body’s normal regulation of blood flow.
- Provides vitamin C for collagen formation, an essential part of maintaining the connective tissue in blood vessel walls.
- Adds antioxidant support to help protect cells from everyday oxidative stress while complementing an overall cardiovascular wellness routine.
How L-Arginine Plus 180c Works
Blood vessels adjust their diameter in response to chemical signals. L-arginine supplies the raw material for nitric oxide, one of the signals that helps vessel walls relax. This nitric oxide support complements vitamin C’s role in maintaining vessel structure and the formula’s antioxidant support. Thorne combines the arginine with a time-release matrix rather than relying on immediate release alone.
Key Functional Ingredients Include:
- L-Arginine: Supplies the amino acid used to make nitric oxide, a messenger that helps blood vessels relax. This normal signaling process helps regulate circulation, connecting arginine’s physiological role to the formula’s emphasis on blood flow and vascular wellness.
- Vitamin C: Helps the body make collagen, the structural protein that supports connective tissue, including blood vessel walls. It also acts as a water-soluble antioxidant, helping protect cells from free radicals generated during normal metabolism.
- Folate: Supports normal amino acid metabolism by helping recycle homocysteine into methionine. It also contributes to DNA production and normal cell division. The formula supplies L-5-methyltetrahydrofolate, a folate form the body uses in these essential metabolic processes.
- Green Tea Phytosome: Provides green tea leaf compounds with antioxidant activity, complementing the formula’s cellular support. This decaffeinated ingredient pairs the extract with a phospholipid complex from sunflower; it is not intended to provide the stimulant effect of caffeinated tea.
- R-Lipoic Acid: Contributes to antioxidant chemistry through its relationship with its reduced form, dihydrolipoic acid. Lipoic acid also serves as a cofactor for enzymes involved in nutrient metabolism. These normal cellular roles complement the formula’s antioxidant focus without replacing arginine’s distinct role in nitric oxide production.
L-Arginine Plus 180c Is Formulated For
- Adults seeking nutritional support for normal circulation and cardiovascular wellness.
- People looking for sustained-release arginine combined with vitamin C, folate, and antioxidant ingredients.
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Recommendation: Take 3 capsules two times daily or as recommended by your health-care practitioner.
Serving Size: Three Capsules
Servings Per Container: 60
Vitamin C (as Ascorbic Acid) ... 300 mg
Folate (552 mcg as L-5-Methyltetrahydrofolate† from L-5-Methyltetrahydrofolic Acid, Glucosamine Salt) ... 920 mcg DFE
L-Arginine†† ... 1 g
Green Tea Phytosome††† (Camellia sinensis extract (leaf) decaffeinated / Phospholipid complex from Sunflower) ... 200 mg
R-Lipoic Acid (as Sodium R-Lipoic Acid)†††† ... 50 mg
Trans-Resveratrol ... 50 mg
*Daily Value (DV) not established.
†This product uses Gnosis S.p.A.’s L-5-Methyltetrahydrofolic Acid, Glucosamine Salt (Quatrefolic®). Quatrefolic is a registered trademark of Gnosis S.p.A. ††L-Arginine complexed with Time-Sorb®, a time-release matrix. †††This product uses Indena S.p.A.’s green tea phytosome (Greenselect®). Greenselect is a registered trademark of Indena S.p.A. ††††This product uses GeroNova Research’s Bio-Enhanced® R-Lipoic Acid. Bio-Enhanced is a registered trademark of GeroNova Research, Inc.
Other Ingredients: High and low viscosity hydroxypropyl methylcellulose (Time-Sorb®††), Hypromellose (derived from cellulose) capsule, Leucine, Silicon Dioxide.
Does Not Contain: GLUTEN FREE
Storage: Store tightly sealed in a cool, dry place.
TAMPER EVIDENT: Use only if bottle is sealed.
ALLERGY WARNING
This product is contraindicated in an individual with a history of hypersensitivity to any of its ingredients.
PREGNANCY
If pregnant, consult your health-care practitioner before using this product.
INTERACTIONS
5-methyltetrahydrofolate (5-MTHF) supplementation is not recommended concurrent with methotrexate cancer therapy, as it can interfere with methotrexate's anti-neoplastic activity; however, this folate source has not been shown to interfere with the anti-inflammatory activity of methotrexate. An individual taking methotrexate for psoriasis or rheumatoid arthritis can safely take a supplement containing folate.
Individuals with a known herpes infection should not take L-arginine without also taking lysine, as L-arginine alone has been noted to cause herpes eruptions in susceptible individuals. L-arginine supplementation is contraindicated in a patient with hepatocellular carcinoma.
Frequently Asked Questions About L-Arginine Plus 180c
What are the benefits of L-Arginine Plus 180c?
L-Arginine Plus combines sustained-release arginine for normal nitric oxide production with vitamin C for collagen formation and additional antioxidant ingredients. These complementary roles support normal circulation and blood vessel health.
Who should take L-Arginine Plus 180c?
It is formulated for adults who want arginine-based cardiovascular support with added nutrients rather than arginine alone. People who take medication or have an existing health condition should review the formula and the warnings with their practitioner before use.
Are there any side effects of taking L-Arginine Plus 180c?
Possible L-arginine side effects include nausea, abdominal pain, diarrhea, bloating, headache, gout, and allergic reactions; it can worsen asthma. L-arginine is not recommended after a recent heart attack. Discuss blood pressure medication use with your practitioner. This product is contraindicated in an individual with a history of hypersensitivity to any of its ingredients. If pregnant, consult your health-care practitioner before using this product. 5-methyltetrahydrofolate (5-MTHF) supplementation is not recommended concurrent with methotrexate cancer therapy, as it can interfere with methotrexate's anti-neoplastic activity; however, this folate source has not been shown to interfere with the anti-inflammatory activity of methotrexate. An individual taking methotrexate for psoriasis or rheumatoid arthritis can safely take a supplement containing folate. Individuals with a known herpes infection should not take L-arginine without also taking lysine, as L-arginine alone has been noted to cause herpes eruptions in susceptible individuals. L-arginine supplementation is contraindicated in a patient with hepatocellular carcinoma.
How does L-Arginine Plus 180c support overall health?
Arginine contributes to normal circulation through nitric oxide production, while vitamin C supports collagen and antioxidant protection. Folate supports normal amino acid metabolism and cell division. These nutritional functions complement balanced meals and other everyday cardiovascular health habits.
These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
