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Could it be a good idea to take amino acids before and post workout?

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Dr. Mark Diamond answered

No: Probably do not help anything.May cause serious side effects of kidneys.

Dr Ali and another doctor agreed

Answered 8/18/2013

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A member asked:

Could it be a good idea to take amino acids before and post workout?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Mark Diamond answered

Dr Ali and another doctor agreed

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When is the best time to take l-arginine amino acid for the veins to show? i workout very hard and what is the recommended daily dosage? Is it safe?