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Does l-arginine increase human growth hormone for women over 40?

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Dr. David Sneid answered

Not: Unless given as an IV infusion. Besides, there's no advantage and potential dangers to increasing growth hormone at that age.

Dr Diamond agreed

Answered 6/10/2014

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Hi im 17 and want to increase my height im 5,10 and should i take l arginine so yes how much per day and is it must to do workout after taking it?

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