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I've been looking for supplements and i saw one called l-arginine i was wondering if it was safe for me to take considering my high blood pressure ?

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Dr. Bernard Seif answered

Specializes in Clinical Psychology

L-Argenine is an: amino acid used to relax blood vessels and lower blood pressure. Check w/your doc before taking this or anything else. Kyolic aged garlic formula for blood pressure may be more effective. Consult w/doc so you don't make your bp too low. Peace and good health.

Answered 2/3/2018

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