Arginine AKG (AAKG)
Arginine bound to alpha-ketoglutarate. Once the king of pump products. Evidence is mixed, so set expectations accordingly.
Verdict
4/10 Limited
Evidence
Grade B / 100+ Studies
The No-BS Summary
8 things. 60 seconds. Everything you need.
WHAT IT DOES
Arginine bound to alpha-ketoglutarate. Once the king of pump products.
DOES IT WORK?
4/10 Limited. Arginine with AKG was the original NO booster before citrulline took over. Bioavailability issues make citrulline superior. AKG portion may provide some energy benefits. Less effective than claimed.
HOW MUCH TO TAKE
Follow label
COST
$25-60/month depending on brand and form.
FIRST 24 HOURS
Don't expect miracles on day one. It's building in your system.
AFTER A FEW WEEKS
Most people notice something by week 2-3.
SAFETY
Safe for most people. No red flags at normal doses.
HOW IT FEELS
Some pump effect but citrulline works better.
QUICK ANSWERS
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