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Hi All,

 

My son's energy production markers show high Cis-Aconiate and Isocitrate both associated with Renal ammonia loading. Arginine is suggested at 1000mg. What effect on TS do you think this will have? I do not remember reading if anyone has used arginine.

 

I see where arginine supports growth hormones. could this be the reason he is so small for his age?

 

I'm not sure I want to start messing with growth hormones with a child who has TS.

 

But then again I do want him to have all the interventions his body needs, could help the TS right???

 

If anyone has helpful info on this I would really be grateful.

 

Thanks,

C.P.

[kim]

CP,

 

I know that I have read articles that say that the amino acids are so important that a deficiency in even one, should be corrected.

 

On the other hand, many articles say random use of amino acids should be avoided. You should have a blood/urine test to prove.

 

Many have amino acids made into a custom blend based on test results.

 

My personal opinion, I would not hesitate to supplement a known deficiency, especially since you have a Dr. guidance.

 

Taurine is an amino acid. I don't hesitate to use that without testing. There are a few others, that I'm not afraid to use without "tests" either. I would not buy a broad based amino acid supplement, without testing though.

Here is something that I had saved in my files. I'm sure you have read similiar info, but thought I would include it anyway.

 

ALANINE

 

Non-Essential - Proteogenic - Glycogenic

Non-Polar, Hydrophobic - Aliphatic

 

Main Functions:

 

Important source of energy for muscle.

The primary amino acid in sugar metabolism.

Boosts immune system by producing antibodies.

Major part of connective tissue.

 

Alanine Deficiencies Seen In:

 

Hypoglycemia.

Muscle breakdown.

Fatigue.

Viral infections.

Elevated insulin and glucagon levels.

 

Alanine Excess Seen In:

 

Low insulin and glucagon levels.

Diabetes mellitus.

Kwashiorkor (starvation).

 

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ARGININE

Conditionally-Essential - Proteogenic - Glycogenic - Basic Side Chains

 

Main Functions:

 

Essential for normal immune system activity.

Necessary for wound healing.

Assists with regeneration of damaged liver.

Necessary for production and release of growth hormone.

Increases release of insulin and glucagon.

Arginine is the most potent amino acid in releasing insulin.

Assists in healing through collagen synthesis.

Precursor to GABA, an important inhibitory neurotransmitter.

Aids in wound healing.

Decreases size of tumors.

Necessary for spermatogenesis.

 

Arginine Deficiencies Seen In:

 

AIDS.

Immune deficiency syndromes, including Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and Gulf War Syndrome.

Candidiasis (systemic yeast like fungi infection).

 

Caution:

 

Because of arginine's powerful boost to the immune system, people suffering from a great variety of ailments may be tempted to experiment with it. Before doing so, make sure you do not have an acute or chronic virus, such as Epstein-Barr Virus (EBV), Cytomegalovirus (CMV) or Human Herpes Virus VI (HHV6), Herpes Simplex I or II. Arginine will speed up the rate of viral growth, which can prove to be dangerous. The amino acid, Lysine, has the opposite effect on viruses, slowing down their growth.