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Ornithine Alpha Ketoglutarate's pro-anabolic and anti-catabolic effects improve the performance of athletes by
speeding muscle recovery time while boosting protein synthesis.
OKG increases
tissue levels of glutamine and arginine, which increase growth hormone
levels and are regulators of protein synthesis. Studies show that OKG
generates more glutamine and arginine in the systemic circulation than when
these substances are given separately.
OKG is a salt formed by combining two molecules of the amino acid ornithine
and one molecule of alpha-ketoglutarate. Because OKG seems to be involved in
amino acid synthesis and protein availability, many athletes supplement with
OKG as a way to increase muscle mass, hormone levels and strength.
Taking OKG decreases muscle protein catabolism (breakdown) and increases
protein synthesis, in addition to promoting wound healing. OKG fulfills
these functions by encouraging the secretion of insulin and human growth
hormone, and by up regulating glutamine and arginine production. When given
to trauma patients, there are significant increases in both IGF-1 and growth
hormone levels.
OKG is
a potent anabolic muscle building food. It increases energy, endurance and
muscle mass while inhibiting muscle breakdown, fatigue, and the build up of
fat. OKG also has the ability to speed up recovery time which is why it has
become a popular choice among many athletes.
Ornithine alpha-ketoglutarate (OKG) is a combination of the amino acid
L-Ornithine, used by athletes to improve performance, and
alpha-ketoglutarate (AKG). AKG is a precursor to the amino acid glutamine
and it also plays an important role in the physiological process known as
the Krebs cycle which responsible for breaking down carbohydrates in your
body to produce energy.
L-Ornithine and alpha-ketoglutarate (AKG) work synergistically in Ornithine
alpha-ketoglutarate (OKG) to induce favorable conditions for any exercise
and training regimen by regulating glutamine levels. L-Glutamine is an
essential source of cellular fuel, which helps drive metabolic processes.
Normally your body is forced to break down muscle in order to do this, but
the alpha-ketoglutarate (AKG) component of Ornithine alpha-ketoglutarate
(OKG) curbs this breakdown of muscle by combining with ammonia, a toxic
by-product that accumulates during intense workouts, to restore glutamine
and hence energy levels back to normal. This prevents the attack on lean
muscle mass and the accumulation of ammonia, which is highly toxic and can
cause impaired cognition.1
Ornithine alpha-ketoglutarate (OKG) also stimulates the growth-promoting
action of insulin, which encourages muscle growth and increases strength. It
provides the amino acid arginine which stimulates your pituitary gland to
release Growth Hormone (GH). This hormone boosts body fat metabolism and
protects your muscle tissue from being broken
down for energy, resulting in
a leaner appearance.
By
encouraging the excretion of ammonia (released during exercise), Ornithine
alpha-ketoglutarate (OKG) also prevents the build up of lactic acid - known
to accumulate with ammonia - which causes muscle fatigue, soreness and poor
stamina. More information on OKG
Recommended Usage:
As a dietary supplement
take 1 level scoop (1500 mg) mixed into water or your favorite beverage 2-3
daily with a high carbohydrate meal. Avoid taking on an empty stomach and with
high protein foods. For best results
drink plenty of water daily and
don’t let your carbohydrate intake fall below 40% of your total daily caloric
intake. Not recommended for continuous, high-level use for more than 60 days.
Hypoallergenic: contains no yeast, dairy, egg, gluten, corn, soy,
wheat, sugar, starch, salt, preservatives, or artificial color, flavor or
fragrance.
Warning: Keep out of reach of children. Do not use if you
are pregnant or nursing. People with known medical conditions and/or
taking drugs should consult with a licensed physician and/or
pharmacist prior to taking dietary supplements.
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