GNC AMP Advanced Muscle Performance N.O. Charger & Circulatory Pump Review
GNC AMP Men's Extreme Training Vitapak Program, presented on this page as N.O. Charger & Circulatory Pump, is a 30-day supply of five packs in one pack, sold under the GNC AMP Advanced Muscle Performance brand. The page lists the product as a Dietary Supplement with a suggested use of taking the contents of one pack daily with food. The Supplement Facts panel lists a serving size of 2 Light Yellow Caplets and 30 servings per container. Each serving provides 40 mg of calcium (3% Daily Value), 1.5 grams of L-Arginine and 30 mg of Trans-Resveratrol, with the Daily Value not established for the last two. The label states the formula is intended to enhance circulation and blood flow through L-Arginine and clinically studied resVida Resveratrol, which the page says supports increased nitric oxide production, circulation and blood flow. The label also mentions an included clinically studied multivitamin blend and a claim that the formula improves performance and increases endurance. A placebo-controlled crossover study of 29 physically fit young adult male subjects is cited, reporting that time to exhaustion at 80% VO2 was nearly 5 minutes longer than on placebo. A separate randomized study of 112 healthy volunteers is referenced for vitamin and mineral blends. The page notes the product is gluten free with no artificial flavors, and is targeted to adult males aged 18 to 50. Other ingredients listed are titanium dioxide, magnesium stearate, silicon dioxide, polyethylene glycol and maltodextrin. Precautions include a P65 warning for cancer and reproductive harm, advice to consult a physician if pregnant, nursing, taking medication or having a medical condition, discontinuing two weeks before surgery, informing a physician of biotin content before lab tests, and a note that niacin may cause temporary flushing. The page states that ResVida is a trademark of DSM. Storage advice is to keep in a cool, dry place and out of reach of children. The FDA disclaimer notes the statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration and the product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. The manufacturer states it has been making supplements since 1935 and offers a 30-day return for a refund or replacement if the buyer is not fully satisfied. No price or customer reviews are shown on this page.
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Study, Trial or Testing Result Summary
Members Only78 human studies · 39 improved
15 of these 78 human studies gave the ingredient by drip or injection, not by mouth.
Trans-resveratrol is present at 30 milligrams, above the 10 milligram daily dose that improved blood vessel widening in 40 heart attack survivors over 3 months [1]. Pooled analyses of 17 and 28 randomized trials found resveratrol improved how well arteries widen with blood flow [2][3], though another pooled analysis of 37 studies found no change in artery widening and only a slight drop in blood pressure [4]. In postmenopausal women, a higher dose of 150 milligrams daily for a year improved brain blood vessel responses and resting brain blood flow [5][6]. L-arginine is 1.5 grams per serving, which reaches the 6 gram dose that helped arm artery widening in people with high blood pressure only when taking four servings a day [7]. The evidence on arginine is mixed: the largest trial, 3 grams daily for 6 months in leg artery disease, found no benefit [8], a 3 gram dose did not help young adults [9], and 4 days of use worsened small vessel function in older adults [10]. Calcium at 40 milligrams has no support for blood flow; studies used infusions, not pills, and some suggested harm [11][12]. Animal and cell studies are never counted.
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- Across 28 randomized trials in people with metabolic syndrome and related conditions, resveratrol increased flow-mediated artery widening but did not change systolic or diastolic blood pressure.The Effects of Resveratrol Supplementation on Endothelial Function and Blood Pressures Among Patients with Metabolic Syn…
- Pooling 37 human studies, red wine polyphenols lowered systolic blood pressure by about 2.6 mmHg (3.7 mmHg for pure resveratrol alone) but did not change diastolic blood pressure or artery widening after blood flow.Fine wine or sour grapes? A systematic review and meta-analysis of the impact of red wine polyphenols on vascular health…
- Across 17 randomized trials, resveratrol improved flow-mediated artery widening by about 1.4 percentage points and lowered a blood vessel adhesion marker (ICAM-1), with no change in three other vascular markers.Resveratrol supplementation efficiently improves endothelial health: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized…
- In ten randomized trials in people with or at risk of coronary artery disease, resveratrol lowered an inflammation marker (TNF-alpha) in those at risk but not in confirmed disease, with no change in IL-6; the blood vessel enzyme eNOS rose only in animal studies.Resveratrol as an Anti-inflammatory Agent in Coronary Artery Disease: A Systematic Review, Meta-Analysis and Meta-Regres…
- A review of 27 studies in people with migraine with aura found no clear blood vessel lining problem; one study showed lower brain artery response to L-arginine in migraine patients.Endothelial function in migraine with aura - a systematic review.
- A review of 25 studies in pregnant women (plus animal studies) found L-arginine lowered blood pressure, reduced pre-eclampsia, and improved blood flow between placenta and fetus in growth-restricted pregnancies compared with controls.L-Arginine supplementation in pregnancy: a systematic review of maternal and fetal outcomes.
- A review of 19 trials in heart failure found that supplements including L-arginine improved the heart's pumping ability (ejection fraction), but no blood flow result for L-arginine alone was given.Dietary strategies and nutritional supplements in the management of heart failure: a systematic review.
- In this review of polyphenols in people with metabolic syndrome, some trials pointed to better blood vessel function with resveratrol, while antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects were often not significant.Effects of dietary polyphenols on metabolic syndrome features in humans: a systematic review.
- This narrative review of resveratrol, curcumin and nitric oxide says resveratrol has cardiovascular benefits including better blood vessel function, supported by clinical trials, without giving pooled numbers.A systemic review on the antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects of resveratrol, curcumin, and dietary nitric oxide su…
- This review reports that resveratrol lowered blood pressure and improved blood vessel function in menopausal women, though weight and blood fat results were inconsistent and longer-term studies are needed.The Effects of Resveratrol on Menopausal Cardio-metabolic Changes: A Systematic Review.
- In 391 adults having a cardiac arrest outside hospital, up to two doses of calcium chloride (5 mmol each) given into a vein or bone did not significantly improve return of a sustained heartbeat compared with saline (19% vs 27%), and the trial was stopped early over concerns about harm.Effect of Intravenous or Intraosseous Calcium vs Saline on Return of Spontaneous Circulation in Adults With Out-of-Hospi…
- In 133 people with leg artery disease, 3 g of L-arginine daily for 6 months did not improve blood vessel widening and walking distance improved less than with placebo (11.5% versus 28.3%).L-arginine supplementation in peripheral arterial disease: no benefit and possible harm.
- In 129 postmenopausal women, 150 mg of trans-resveratrol daily for 12 months improved overall cognitive performance and reduced the decline in brain blood vessel responsiveness compared with placebo.Sustained Cerebrovascular and Cognitive Benefits of Resveratrol in Postmenopausal Women.
- In 125 postmenopausal women, 150 mg of trans-resveratrol daily for 12 months (in a crossover with placebo) increased resting blood flow speed in the brain's middle artery and improved the brain blood vessels' response to stimuli, along with better cognition and insulin sensitivity.Long-term effects of resveratrol on cognition, cerebrovascular function and cardio-metabolic markers in postmenopausal w…
- In 80 postmenopausal women, trans-resveratrol for 14 weeks raised the brain blood vessels' responsiveness by 17% to both carbon dioxide and thinking tasks compared with placebo, and improved verbal memory and overall cognition.Effects of Resveratrol on Cognitive Performance, Mood and Cerebrovascular Function in Post-Menopausal Women; A 14-Week R…
- In 80 people with high blood pressure, 400 mg of resveratrol daily for 6 months on top of usual treatment improved left atrium size, heart relaxation and fibrosis markers versus usual treatment alone, but not heart structure or arterial stiffness compared with the control group.Effects of resveratrol supplementation on cardiac remodeling in hypertensive patients: a randomized controlled clinical …
- In 74 middle-aged men with metabolic syndrome, 1000 mg of resveratrol daily for 16 weeks did not change blood pressure, inflammation, or blood sugar compared with placebo, and the high dose raised total and LDL cholesterol.No Beneficial Effects of Resveratrol on the Metabolic Syndrome: A Randomized Placebo-Controlled Clinical Trial.
- In 60 healthy young adults taking resveratrol for 28 days, brain blood flow changed on the first day only, and diastolic blood pressure rose on day 28 compared with placebo.The effects of chronic trans-resveratrol supplementation on aspects of cognitive function, mood, sleep, health and cereb…
- In 56 non-obese adults, 100 mg of resveratrol taken daily within a 10-supplement blend for 24 weeks did not change arterial stiffness, endothelial function, or blood pressure compared with control.Multiple dietary supplements do not affect metabolic and cardio-vascular health.
- In 50 adults with type 2 diabetes, a 100 mg resveratrol tablet daily for 12 weeks reduced arterial stiffness and oxidative stress compared with placebo.Resveratrol Ameliorates Arterial Stiffness Assessed by Cardio-Ankle Vascular Index in Patients With Type 2 Diabetes Mell…
- In 48 healthy adults over 30 days, resveratrol did not change how well the blood vessels widened, while energy restriction also left vessel widening unchanged.Comparison of Resveratrol Supplementation and Energy Restriction Effects on Sympathetic Nervous System Activity and Vasc…
- In 48 children with overweight or obesity, a multi-ingredient supplement containing resveratrol for 6 months improved blood vessel function in the treatment group, and blood vessel responses differed between groups at 3 and 6 months.Supportive treatment of vascular dysfunction in pediatric subjects with obesity: the OBELIX study.
- In 48 adults aged 55 to 65 taking resveratrol or following energy restriction for 30 days, both raised circulating SIRT1 and lowered sympathetic nerve activity, and SIRT1 levels were linked to blood vessel widening in some subgroups.Sirtuin 1 and Vascular Function in Healthy Women and Men: A Randomized Clinical Trial Comparing the Effects of Energy Re…
- In 45 overweight adults taking 150 mg of trans-resveratrol daily for 4 weeks, brachial artery widening before or after a meal did not differ from placebo.Trans-Resveratrol Supplementation and Endothelial Function during the Fasting and Postprandial Phase: A Randomized Place…
- In 40 heart attack survivors with coronary artery disease, 10 mg of resveratrol daily for 3 months significantly improved diastolic heart function, blood vessel dilation, and LDL cholesterol compared with placebo.Cardioprotection by resveratrol: A human clinical trial in patients with stable coronary artery disease.
- In 36 overweight men taking a mix of supplements that included resveratrol for 5 weeks per period, an integrated analysis of many blood and tissue measures suggested better blood vessel function, though inflammatory marker CRP did not change.An antiinflammatory dietary mix modulates inflammation and oxidative and metabolic stress in overweight men: a nutrigeno…
- In 36 older adults with type 2 diabetes, a single 75 mg dose of trans-resveratrol improved blood vessel widening response in brain arteries compared with placebo, and the lowest dose tested worked best.Low dose resveratrol improves cerebrovascular function in type 2 diabetes mellitus.
- In 36 adults with type 2 diabetes, a single 75 mg dose of resveratrol improved the brain's blood flow response to mental tasks compared with placebo and enhanced performance on multi-tasking tests.Acute Resveratrol Consumption Improves Neurovascular Coupling Capacity in Adults with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus.
- In 35 people with high blood pressure, a single 6 g dose of L-arginine improved artery widening in the arm (from 1.7% to 5.9%) 1.5 hours later, while placebo did not.Oral L-arginine improves endothelial dysfunction in patients with essential hypertension.
- In 34 adults with metabolic syndrome, the modified resveratrol product Longevinex taken for 3 months improved flow-mediated dilation of the arteries, and this gain reversed when it was stopped; blood pressure and blood lipids did not change.Modified resveratrol Longevinex improves endothelial function in adults with metabolic syndrome receiving standard treat…
- In 34 healthy young adults, a single dose of a trans-resveratrol supplement increased the thickness of the choroid, a blood-vessel layer behind the eye, one hour after taking it, while placebo did not.Effect of Resveratrol-Based Nutritional Supplement on Choroidal Thickness: A Pilot Study.
- In 30 healthy young adults, a single 3 g dose of L-arginine did not enhance artery widening or exercise performance compared with placebo around resistance exercise.Endothelial, Cardiovascular, and Performance Responses to L-Arginine Intake and Resistance Exercise.
- In 30 women with polycystic ovary syndrome, 1,500 mg of resveratrol daily for 3 months lowered male hormone levels and improved insulin sensitivity, but did not significantly change markers of endothelial (blood vessel lining) function compared with placebo.Effects of Resveratrol on Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Double-blind, Randomized, Placebo-controlled Trial.
- In 28 obese adults, 75 mg of trans-resveratrol daily for 6 weeks increased brachial artery flow-mediated dilation by 23% compared with placebo, while blood pressure and arterial stiffness were unchanged.Chronic resveratrol consumption improves brachial flow-mediated dilatation in healthy obese adults.
- In 28 adults with kidney disease and diabetes, taking 400 mg of resveratrol daily for 6 weeks improved endothelial function (blood vessel dilation) compared with placebo, without changing blood pressure.Effect of Resveratrol on Endothelial Function in Patients with CKD and Diabetes: A Randomized Controlled Trial.
- In 24 healthy young adults, a single dose of Nitrosigine (1.5 g) or citrulline malate (8 g) raised blood vessel dilation by 31% and 34% an hour later, compared with a 2% drop on placebo.Acute effects of Nitrosigine® and citrulline malate on vasodilation in young adults.
- In 24 treated hypertensive adults with endothelial dysfunction, a single 300 mg dose of trans-resveratrol improved artery flow-mediated dilation in women but not in men, with no change in blood pressure.Beneficial effects of acute trans-resveratrol supplementation in treated hypertensive patients with endothelial dysfunct…
- In 23 adults given a single 250 mg dose of resveratrol, adding 20 mg of piperine increased blood flow in the frontal brain during mental tasks compared with placebo and with resveratrol alone, with no change in cognitive performance or blood pressure.Effects of resveratrol alone or in combination with piperine on cerebral blood flow parameters and cognitive performance…
- In 22 healthy adults given single oral doses of trans-resveratrol, brain blood flow increased in a dose-dependent way compared with placebo, though thinking performance was unchanged.Effects of resveratrol on cerebral blood flow variables and cognitive performance in humans: a double-blind, placebo-con…
- In 10 people with type 1 diabetes and 10 healthy people, an L-arginine infusion increased pulsing blood flow in the back of the eye and lowered blood pressure similarly in both groups.Nitric oxide and ocular blood flow in patients with IDDM.
- In 20 healthy volunteers, 15 days of moderate wine intake raised blood resveratrol and platelet nitric oxide production, which helps blood vessels relax.Resveratrol, at concentrations attainable with moderate wine consumption, stimulates human platelet nitric oxide product…
- In 19 older adults with diabetes or high blood pressure, 4 days of L-arginine worsened small blood vessel function in the fingers compared with placebo and did not help thinking skills.Arginine impairs endothelial and executive function in older subjects with cardiovascular risk.
- In 19 overweight or obese adults with borderline high blood pressure, a single 270 mg dose of resveratrol raised flow-mediated dilation from 4.1% to 7.7% compared with placebo, with the effect rising with dose.Acute resveratrol supplementation improves flow-mediated dilatation in overweight/obese individuals with mildly elevated…
- In 18 critically ill people with septic shock, 72 hours of intravenous L-arginine did not improve small blood vessel blood flow or organ function compared with an alanine control, despite raising nitric oxide production.A randomized-controlled trial of arginine infusion in severe sepsis on microcirculation and metabolism.
- In 18 abdominally obese men, adding 0.8 to 3.0 g of L-arginine to beetroot powder did not improve blood vessel flow-mediated dilation after a high-fat meal compared with meals without it.Effects of Beetroot Powder with or without L-Arginine on Postprandial Vascular Endothelial Function: Results of a Random…
- In 18 adults with high blood pressure and metabolic syndrome, a 28-day blend containing 60 mg of resveratrol with grape, green tea and other plant extracts lowered diastolic blood pressure by about 4.4 points compared with placebo, while systolic pressure did not change.A combination of isolated phytochemicals and botanical extracts lowers diastolic blood pressure in a randomized controll…
- In healthy adults given intravenous L-arginine, the kidney blood flow drop caused by angiotensin II was not reduced compared with placebo, although L-arginine alone raised kidney blood flow.Exogenous L-arginine does not affect angiotensin II-induced renal vasoconstriction in man.
- In 15 men, a single 6 g dose of L-arginine increased blood volume in the arm muscles during recovery from exercise but did not improve strength compared with placebo.Acute l-arginine supplementation increases muscle blood volume but not strength performance.
- In 15 estrogen-deficient postmenopausal women, a single 250 mg dose of resveratrol improved resting blood vessel dilation compared with placebo, but did not enhance the response to exercise as estradiol did.Effects of resveratrol or estradiol on postexercise endothelial function in estrogen-deficient postmenopausal women.
- In 14 hemodialysis patients, a high-calcium dialysis bath raised blood calcium and increased arterial stiffness during treatment, while a low-calcium bath did not.Arterial stiffness alterations during hemodialysis: the role of dialysate calcium.
- In 12 healthy adults over 70, 8 g of L-arginine twice daily for 14 days improved brachial artery widening compared with placebo.Oral L-arginine improves endothelial function in healthy individuals older than 70 years.
- In 12 healthy lean adults during an insulin clamp, an infusion of L-arginine raised blood flow and glucose uptake compared with saline, while D-arginine had no effect.L-arginine but not D-arginine stimulates insulin-mediated glucose uptake.
- In 8 healthy young men, a single 10 gram arginine drink taken with resistance exercise did not increase thigh muscle blood flow or muscle protein synthesis compared with a control drink.Bolus arginine supplementation affects neither muscle blood flow nor muscle protein synthesis in young men at rest or af…
- In 8 healthy men, a single 30 gram intravenous L-arginine dose lowered blood pressure and resistance in the blood vessels, while a single 6 gram dose given by vein or by mouth did not significantly change blood pressure.L-arginine-induced vasodilation in healthy humans: pharmacokinetic-pharmacodynamic relationship.
- A single 10 g oral dose of L-arginine taken with carbohydrate did not change blood glucose, insulin, forearm blood flow or blood pressure in healthy males, whether rested or after exercise.L-arginine ingestion after rest and exercise: effects on glucose disposal.
- In people with heart failure from blocked arteries, infusions of L-arginine and vitamin C were studied for effects on nerve control of blood vessels, and healthy people showed a clear ability to adjust vessel resistance that the heart failure patients lacked.Influence of L-arginine and vitamin C on the autonomic nervous system in chronic heart failure secondary to ischemic car…
- In young heart transplant recipients with high blood pressure, oral L-arginine was reported to reverse blood vessel inner lining dysfunction and lower high blood pressure.Effect of oral L-arginine on oxidant stress, endothelial dysfunction, and systemic arterial pressure in young cardiac tr…
- In a double-blind crossover trial in people with primary Raynaud's phenomenon, 8 grams of L-arginine daily for 28 days did not change finger blood vessel dilation compared with placebo.Oral L-arginine supplementation and cutaneous vascular responses in patients with primary Raynaud's phenomenon.
- In a crossover trial in people with pre-hypertension or stage 1 hypertension, 500 mg of resveratrol twice daily for 4 weeks raised nitric oxide levels but did not significantly lower blood pressure compared with placebo.Preliminary, randomized, double-blinded, placebo-controlled cross-over study with resveratrol in hypertensive patients.
- In 97 people with high blood pressure, adding a micronized resveratrol product to standard meds for two years brought average blood pressure into the normal range and lowered liver enzyme levels.The effect of resveratrol on hypertension: A clinical trial.
- In 55 people with heart disease risk factors, a 30 g L-arginine infusion raised brain artery blood flow speed by about 28%, with a greater response in those with prior stroke or mini-stroke (29%) than those without (21%).L-arginine-mediated vasoreactivity in patients with a risk of stroke.
- In 25 people with a hereditary small vessel disease and 24 controls, an L-arginine challenge caused a larger blood vessel widening response in the patients, which suggests impaired vessel lining function rather than a benefit.Enhanced L-arginine-induced vasoreactivity suggests endothelial dysfunction in CADASIL.
- In 13 people with familial high cholesterol and 13 controls, the study found tetrahydrobiopterin restored blood vessel function in the forearm; the abstract does not report a benefit from L-arginine alone.Tetrahydrobiopterin restores endothelial function in hypercholesterolemia.
- In 14 people with high cholesterol and 11 with normal cholesterol, a single L-arginine infusion improved blood flow response in the forearm of the high-cholesterol group but not in the normal group.L-arginine improves endothelium-dependent vasodilation in hypercholesterolemic humans.
- Arginine delivered through the skin did not change blood vessel widening in young Black or white women, so it did not explain the reduced skin blood vessel function seen in Black women.Contributions of endothelin-1 and l-arginine to blunted cutaneous microvascular function in young, black women.
- In 8 people with chest pain and normal coronary arteries, an infusion of arginine directly into the heart's artery increased blood flow in response to acetylcholine, while it had no effect in 8 control participants.Effects of L-arginine supplementation on endothelium-dependent coronary vasodilation in patients with angina pectoris an…
- In 10 older adults with coronary artery disease, three days of high-dose resveratrol (330 mg three times daily) improved blood vessel dilation in patients who had bypass surgery but worsened it in patients who had stent procedures.Acute resveratrol supplementation in coronary artery disease: towards patient stratification.
- In 8 healthy adults, a small rise in local blood calcium reduced resting forearm blood flow and blunted the blood-vessel dilation caused by verapamil, which recovered after the infusion stopped.Effect of small increments in plasma calcium concentration on the responsiveness of forearm resistance vessels to verapa…
- In patients with a rare inherited mitochondrial disease (mitochondrial myopathy, encephalopathy, lactic acidosis and stroke-like episodes), two years of oral L-arginine brought blood vessel function, measured by flow-mediated dilation, back up to the level of controls.Endothelial dysfunction in MELAS improved by l-arginine supplementation.
- In 11 children, an arginine infusion lowered blood pressure, and the drop was linked to higher levels of citrulline, consistent with more nitric oxide being made.L-arginine infusion lowers blood pressure in children.
- In 10 older adults with impaired glucose tolerance, 1 to 2 grams of resveratrol daily for 4 weeks lowered after-meal blood sugar and improved insulin sensitivity, with a trend toward better blood vessel function.Pilot study of resveratrol in older adults with impaired glucose tolerance.
- In a retrospective study of 79 patients with carotid artery narrowing or blockage, those taking 30 mg of resveratrol daily for about 7 months had better blood flow in several brain regions and better memory and thinking scores than those not taking it.Long-Term Resveratrol Intake for Cognitive and Cerebral Blood Flow Impairment in Carotid Artery Stenosis/Occlusion.
- A single 0.9 gram dose of arginine improved blood vessel dilation in young, trained healthy men, but did not change it in older or less active men.L-arginine as dietary supplement for improving microvascular function.
- In healthy volunteers, infusing calcium into the arm blunted the blood-vessel dilation caused by magnesium, while dilation caused by potassium was not affected.Attenuated vasodilator responses to Mg2+ in young patients with borderline hypertension.
- In people with a rare inherited mitochondrial disease, two years of oral arginine supplementation restored blood vessel function to control levels and reduced the frequency and severity of stroke-like episodes.MELAS and L-arginine therapy.
- In people with familial amyloid nerve disease, arginine given into the arm's artery caused blood vessels to widen as it did in control participants, although their nitric oxide production was lower and their blood flow was reduced at rest.Role of nitric oxide in the peripheral vessels of patients with familial amyloidotic polyneuropathy (FAP) type I.
- In a laboratory model of pre-eclampsia, resveratrol lowered harmful reactive oxygen molecules in one group of pregnant women but may not help women with pre-eclampsia, and grape juice acted differently.SIRT1-dependent effects of resveratrol and grape juice in an in vitro model of preeclampsia.
- In people carrying the MTHFR C677T gene variant, resveratrol intake improved blood vessel flow-mediated dilation and reduced platelet clumping, and the effect was also seen in mice.SIRT1 pharmacological activation rescues vascular dysfunction and prevents thrombosis in MTHFR deficiency.
Review Totals and Summary
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I could not find a body of customer reviews for this particular product. The pack appears to be discontinued or low-volume, and the pages I found were retailer listings with no review text. The themes below are therefore not drawn from actual feedback on this product. They are the patterns that usually show up in user feedback on L-arginine and resveratrol circulation supplements, and in comments on the broader GNC AMP line. Treat them as a cautious inference and not as verified reviewer quotes. Users of arginine-based "pump" products often say the effect is subtle and not dramatic. Some report a modest improvement in vascularity or fullness during training. Others notice nothing and feel the supplement does little compared with a stimulant pre-workout. Fans of the wider AMP range tend to like the structured, all-in-one pack. They also like having a set routine and a mix of vitamins, focus and endurance support. Reviewers of GNC AMP products in general, such as the hydration and greens items, praise good mixability and digestion support. They are mostly positive about the line's ingredient quality. The common complaints about this kind of product are practical. Arginine is dosed at gram levels, so caplets are large, and the pack calls for two of them. Some people report stomach upset, bloating or loose stools from arginine. Daily multi-pack regimens can be a hassle to keep up with. Value is also a recurring concern. A branded 30-pack costs noticeably more than buying plain L-citrulline or arginine separately. Skeptics also point out that oral arginine is broken down heavily in the gut and liver, so results can be inconsistent from person to person. To get real customer feedback, check the GNC.com product page directly, along with Amazon and Reddit communities such as r/Supplements. [DESCRIPTION_END_NOTE]
Biohacker Summary
Members Only9 of 10 recommend it
The panel leans against resveratrol, the main ingredient, with only a few backing it. Two of the ten use it, one taking 500 mg daily for longevity and another using it to switch on a detox pathway, and one more recommends a grape-based capsule, while one calls it an anti-inflammatory that can help, and another lists it as a mitochondria booster. Four warn that it is overhyped or unproven in people, citing no clear lifespan benefit, no strong human trials, and a concern that it may blunt exercise gains. Two others, including one who stopped taking it for lack of clear benefits, said it is weaker than extra virgin olive oil or has failed in repeated trials, and one of those also said it blocked benefits of another supplement in a trial. Calcium is a smaller ingredient in this product, and the panel mostly favors getting it from foods like sardines and leafy greens, though a few warn against calcium carbonate.
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Dr. Eric Berg · Resveratrol · warns
- Warns about resveratrol, explaining that David Sinclair pushed papers claiming it increased a longevity protein, but later research by Pfizer and GlaxoSmithKline could not replicate these findings, leading to the shutdown of research.
- Warns that bone loss cannot be fixed with just calcium, as bone is primarily collagen with other essential minerals.
- Dr. Berg includes calcium carbonate among the synthetic supplements to avoid.
- Warns against calcium carbonate, also known as limestone, stating that while it lowered hip fractures in a study, it also increased kidney stones and is not good for arteries, requiring the body to work hard to use it.
- Notes that tannins in tea bind calcium, blocking its absorption.
- Indicates that horizontal thin white lines near the base of the nails are indicative of low calcium.
- Warns that calcium carbonate can build up in the arteries and kidneys and increase the risk of a heart attack.
- Dr. Berg mentions that fermented dairy contains vital nutrients, including calcium.
- States that calcium and magnesium are intrinsically linked and work in combination with vitamin D to support the body's calcium balance.
- Lists resveratrol as an epigenetic factor that may help with cancer prevention.
- Explains that calcium triggers muscle contraction, while magnesium is needed to relax the muscles afterward.
- Recommends consuming arginine, along with proline and ornithine, in the meal that breaks a prolonged fast to get the benefits of stimulating stem cells.
- Warns that too much calcium can cause high blood pressure by causing arterial contraction.
- States that resveratrol as an anti-aging pill is pretty much dead and considers it a waste of money.
Ben Greenfield · Resveratrol · neutral
- Mentions resveratrol as a known agent for mitochondrial biogenesis.
- Mentions an arginine link to thymus metabolism, noting that immune cells require a lot of arginine.
- Mentions resveratrol as another Nrf2 activator, but notes that sulforaphane outperforms it.
- Lists resveratrol as a compound known to be a mitochondrial biogenesis agent.
- Is considering whether he needs a calcium supplement because lead can displace calcium in bones, affecting bone strength.
- Mentions calcium as a common deficiency.
- Mentions resveratrol as one of the polyphenols included in the IM8Health formula.
- Recommends adequate intake of calcium for bone strength.
- Mentions resveratrol as one of the compounds included in IM8 Health, which supports cellular repair, gut function, and high-level energy output.
- Notes that the Qualia Life NAD+ formula, which increased NAD+ levels by 67% in a clinical study, uses compounds such as resveratrol.
- Is using calcium chloride mixed with PRP before injecting for the P-shot.
- Suggests that more resveratrol might help people get along, in the context of a 'Longevity Bros' fight.
- Recommends chia and flax seeds as they are rich in arginine, which can help supply nutrients that patients may be lacking.
- Advises people to stop taking calcium supplements as part of the Root Cause Protocol.
Dave Asprey · Resveratrol · recommends
- Recommends Vinia, stating that one capsule has the same piceid resveratrol as 1,000 red grapes, and it supports the activity of sirtuins and works as an antioxidant.
- Dave Asprey warns that resveratrol, despite launching the longevity supplement industry, has never delivered on its mouse data promises, with 20 years of inconsistent human trial results.
- Mentions trans-resveratrol as one of the ingredients in the Ageless Cocktail, which is designed for longevity.
- Notes that when energy intake is too low for training demand, nutrient intake often falls short, especially for calcium, which is associated with reduced bone health.
- Explains that calcium provides the raw material for bones, but it isn't a standalone input and needs a whole system to be effective.
- Notes that people take calcium for their bones.
- Recommends Resveralite, a resveratrol product, for increasing the size of the plumbing in the body to get more toxins out more quickly.
- Mentions resveratrol as an ingredient in Wonderfeel's product, noting that it's better to take the isolated constituent than to consume large amounts of red wine for its benefits.
- Warns that taking calcium without vitamin D, A, and K2 can lead to calcium going into tissues, causing bone spurs and other issues, and recommends a two-to-one ratio of calcium to magnesium.
- Dave Asprey recommends Joy Mode, an electrolyte packet for sexual performance, to be taken one packet about 45 minutes before sex, as it contains clinical doses of L-citrulline, arginine nitrate, ginseng, and vitamin C to increase nitric oxide levels.
- Mentions resveratrol as an example of a compound that requires an impractical amount of its food source (wine) to get enough, similar to hydroxytyrosol from olive oil.
- Recommends taking calcium citrate during a high oxalate meal to bind the oxalate in the gut.
- Notes that people often take calcium for bone health.
- Explains that resveratrol, while effective in mice on a high-fat diet, did not work well in humans due to poor bioavailability and difficulty in achieving a high enough dose.
Siim Land · Resveratrol · warns
- Is skeptical about most supplements and states that resveratrol has already been shown to not be effective.
- Lists dairy and sardines as sources of Calcium.
- Explains that blood vessels normally make nitric oxide from the amino acid L-arginine through an enzyme called eNOS.
- Notes that Boron reduces calcium/magnesium loss.
- Warns that Resveratrol hinders exercise adaptations and advises against taking it after or around exercise. He also states there is no evidence it extends lifespan or helps with skin anti-aging.
- Notes that David Sinclair promised 25 years ago that resveratrol would be a longevity and anti-aging drug, but it's clearly not, and GlaxoSmithKline stopped pursuing it.
- States that resveratrol has worked a little bit in their hands, but nothing to write home about in terms of full lifespan extension, calling it a "dirty molecule" with intermittent and hard-to-predict effects depending on the supplier.
- Recommends a high calcium intake for bone health.
- Thinks resveratrol can be overrated, noting it has some effects but won't make you immortal.
- Places Resveratrol in the 'junk tier' for healthy individuals, explaining that while it's known as a longevity supplement, human evidence suggests benefits only for those with metabolic syndrome, diabetes, or obesity, and it can have negative effects like lowering exercise adaptations and testosterone in otherwise healthy people.
- Places calcium supplementation in the 'bad tier' due to its association with increased cardiovascular events, recommending dairy or bones as easier ways to get calcium, though it can be useful for postmenopausal women with low bone density.
- Warns that resveratrol, as a senolytic, can block MAOA, potentially raising adrenaline and causing anxiety or poor sleep in some individuals.
- Reviewed Do Not Age, noting that they sell individual, high-quality, and third-party tested ingredients like creatine, omega-3s, berberine, glycine, and NAC, some of which are very research-backed, while others like sirtuin 6, calcium alpha-ketoglutarate, or resveratrol might have more limited evidence.
- Places Resveratrol in the 'bad tier' for longevity, stating that high-quality animal studies do not suggest it is a life extension molecule except under conditions of metabolic syndrome and obesity, and it might have negative effects on exercise benefits in otherwise healthy individuals.
Dr. Mark Hyman · Resveratrol · uses
- States he was using resveratrol to stimulate the NRF2 pathway and open up detox.
- Notes that calcium is in bones but is also essential for nerves, muscles, and the heart, and low levels can affect muscle function and heart rhythm.
- Recommends resveratrol as an anti-inflammatory supplement that can be helpful.
- States that green leafy vegetables are great sources of calcium.
- Notes that calcium needs are lower than advertised and that stress, soda, and excess sugar can drive calcium loss.
- Lists resveratrol as a phytochemical that helps mitochondrial function.
- Does not prescribe calcium supplements at all, teaching people to get it from whole foods instead, because calcium supplements don't work for building bones or preventing fractures, and it's bone quality, not density, that matters.
- Mentions resveratrol as a compound that hits the AMPK mitochondrial biogenesis pathway.
- Mentions resveratrol from grapes as an example of a powerful phytochemical that affects the body.
- Warns that acid blockers inhibit calcium absorption.
- Lists calcium as another important nutrient that people can be tested for and measured.
- States that high doses of calcium supplementation in the elderly were not really impacting bone density, as osteopenic patients still became osteoporotic.
- Warns that meds (meds) impair the absorption of calcium, which increases the risk of hip fractures and osteoporosis.
- Recommends calcium citrate, about 600 milligrams a day, for bone health, noting that much can also be obtained from diet through leafy greens, sesame seeds, tahini, and chia seeds.
Thomas DeLauer · Resveratrol · warns
- Believes resveratrol is overhyped, stating he hasn't seen strong human trial data to suggest it does much, despite its reputation as an anti-aging compound found in red wine. He doesn't think it's bad but considers it overhyped.
- Notes that milk contains 120mg of calcium, while sardines contain 351mg, highlighting a 3x difference.
- Recommends getting calcium, along with vitamin D, zinc, and magnesium, from foods like sardines, as they are important for inflammatory pathways in the gut.
- Explains that eating sardines with their soft bones provides a serious hit of calcium, which is a perfect combination for bones and may contribute to satiety.
- Mentions that magnesium and calcium should not be taken together as they cancel each other out.
- Tries to get multivitamins without calcium or with a low amount, as he believes supplemental calcium impacts the absorption of other vitamins and minerals and is not as beneficial as hyped. He cautions against it for most people due to the risk of coronary artery calcification.
- Recommends getting calcium from dairy sources like milk, yogurt, kefir, and cheese in the morning to support neurotransmitter synchronization crucial for deep and REM sleep, noting that low dietary calcium is linked to insomnia.
- Recommends resveratrol to boost SIRT1, which regulates mitochondrial repair, comparing it to charging the battery for the cleanup crew.
- Warns that calcium competes with magnesium for the same absorption channels, advising to separate magnesium intake from calcium supplements or dairy by at least an hour or two.
- Recommends providing the body with adequate dietary calcium, not a calcium supplement, to ensure a clean, strong spark for efficient insulin release.
- Warns that calcium and magnesium should not be taken together as they cancel each other out, though some products use delayed absorption to mitigate this.
- Warns that the claim that resveratrol adds years to one's life is overstated, citing a JAMA study that found no impact of resveratrol intake on mortality or inflammatory scores in humans, despite some benefits seen in rodent models.
- Warns that most people consume too much calcium relative to magnesium, which can disrupt the balance needed for proper bodily function, comparing it to an electrical circuit.
- Suggests that resveratrol, especially in the presence of fasting or after breaking a fast, could be interesting for amplifying and continuing the benefits of a 36-hour fast.
Dr. Rhonda Patrick · Resveratrol · uses
- Rhonda takes 500 mg of Resveratrol daily for longevity.
- Mentions that kale delivers calcium, a micronutrient many diets fall short on.
- States that resveratrol was not only unhelpful but actually blocked some of the benefit of Nicotinamide Riboside in a peripheral artery disease trial, calling it 'science fiction'.
- Notes additional gaps in calcium.
- Recommends arginine as a blood flow enhancer that boosts nitric oxide, opens up blood vessels, and can improve how one feels during endurance or high-rep sessions, also sharpening mental clarity.
- Notes that arginine has fallen out of favor as a performance enhancer due to bioavailability issues and concerns about cold sores, with citrulline now being the preferred approach.
- Discusses whether nitric oxide boosters like beetroot, citrulline, and arginine work.
- Notes that while red wine contains beneficial compounds like resveratrol, the quantities are minimal, typically between 0.03 and 1 milligram per glass, which is starkly lower than the 50 to 500 milligrams used in lab studies showing health benefits.
- Discusses Resveratrol, a polyphenol found in red wine, known for its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties and its potential to protect neurons.
- Reports that alcohol use disorder is associated with a 20-50% greater prevalence of Calcium deficiency.
- Discusses whether resveratrol found in red wine is beneficial.
- Is asked for his rapid-fire thoughts on resveratrol as a caloric restriction or fasting mimetic.
- Mentions that resveratrol, a naturally occurring compound found in red grapes, is a potent sirtuin activating compound and its beneficial effects on healthspan are thought to result from sirtuin activation.
- Still takes about a gram of trans-resveratrol every morning in his yogurt, believing it will not hurt and may help his cardiovascular system, citing animal studies showing pristine organs and clean arteries in mice on resveratrol.
Bryan Johnson · Resveratrol · stopped
- Used to take Resveratrol for longevity but stopped due to lack of clear benefits.
- Recommends calcium as a mineral that, along with phosphorus, magnesium, and boron, is deposited to fortify the bone structure after the collagen scaffold is in place.
- Agrees that a little extra calcium is probably okay, especially for women, to really hit home for bone mineral density.
- Mentions extra virgin olive oil is better than resveratrol.
- Mentions resveratrol as less powerful than Premium Extra Virgin Olive Oil.
- Recommends prioritizing calcium intake for postmenopausal women to help maintain bone density and reduce the risk of osteoporosis.
- Bryan Johnson takes Calcium daily as part of his Longevity Mix, which supports healthy bones and teeth.
- Recommends continuing with calcium to support bone health during the follicular phase.
Peter Attia · Resveratrol · neutral
- Uses resveratrol extending mammalian life as an example of something complicated that can be effectively disproved through repeated randomized controlled experiments.
- Is completely convinced that resveratrol has zero benefit whatsoever and is an absolutely useless molecule, calling it a "fiasco" and a "debacle."
- States that it was clear to him by about 2010 that resveratrol was not going to work for aging, and it probably slowed down investor interest in the field.
- Recommends calcium as one of the 'big three' micronutrients for bone health, suggesting a daily intake of 1,000 to 1,200 milligrams, which can be supplemented with calcium carbonate or calcium citrate.
- Explains that bone is 50 to 70% mineral, predominantly calcium, and that virtually all of the body's calcium is contained within bone, making bone important for calcium homeostasis.
- States that Resveratrol is 'garbage' and that there's no reason to believe it affects the biology of aging or acts as a longevity drug, citing a famous experiment where it only extended lifespan in mice on a poisonous diet by preventing liver expansion.
- States there is no reason to believe resveratrol affects the biology of aging or is a longevity drug, despite its continued popularity and sales, and recounts a famous experiment where its supposed lifespan extension in mice was due to preventing a bizarre phenomenon caused by a toxic diet.
- Recommends calcium for bone health, stating that teenagers probably need about 1000 milligrams a day.
- Discusses bone acting as a reservoir for calcium and how resorption and formation release calcium into the blood when needed.
- States that Resveratrol is "absolute nonsense" and that there is "evidence of absence" for its benefits, particularly for longevity. He explains that early studies were misinterpreted and later rigorous studies showed no difference in lifespan for mice given Resveratrol.
- Expresses frustration when people prioritize supplements like resveratrol over fundamental exercise, calling it 'picking up pennies in front of a steam train' when compared to the magnitude of exercise's effects.
- States that Resveratrol is "absolute nonsense" and that there is evidence of absence for its benefits, especially for longevity in humans, and he does not take it.
- Peter discusses resveratrol as a geroprotective molecule, classifying it based on its level of evidence and relevance for longevity.
- States that Resveratrol was overhyped for many years, with commercial interests promoting it as a longevity agent. He notes that to get enough from red wine, one would need to drink 30 bottles a day, and its status as a sirtuin activator has been questioned. He concludes that it almost certainly doesn't do anything to extend lifespan, at least in mice.
Andrew Huberman · Resveratrol · neutral
- Discusses whether supplementation with resveratrol can indeed extend lifespan.
- Mentions Arginine in the context of growth hormone supplements.
- Warns that Resveratrol, despite its fame, has not been shown to extend lifespan in most experiments, and the one experiment that showed an effect used bizarre mouse models and extremely high doses, not applicable to humans.
- Huberman discusses resveratrol, noting that while it was once believed to extend lifespan, most of that thinking has been debunked, and there is little direct evidence that it increases lifespan.
- Huberman mentions arginine as a nonprescription substance that increases blood flow.
- Tested Trans-Resveratrol for potentially increasing endurance but stopped using it due to experiencing joint pain, specifically elbow pain, which he later found to be a common reported side effect.
- Discusses "hard water" and the role of magnesium and calcium in cardiovascular health.
- States that there is not enough resveratrol in red wine to have any positive health benefit, and the data around resveratrol and health benefits itself is under question.
- Recommends Arginine for growth hormone.
- Mentions resveratrol when discussing whether there are any positive effects of alcohol.
- Discusses the debate around whether resveratrol is good for health, noting that the amount of red wine needed to get enough resveratrol for health promotion would be so high it would induce other negative effects.
- Discusses supplementation with resveratrol in the context of slowing or reversing aging.
- Takes 1000 milligrams of resveratrol daily, ingesting it with a fatty substance like olive oil or yogurt to improve absorption, and warns that if it's not light gray or white, it should be thrown away.
- Notes that arginine can improve performance for long bouts of exercise due to vasodilation, but warns that it can increase the likelihood of herpes cold sore outbreaks.
RAL Summary
Members OnlyTier 4 for Circulation
Human studies, including pooled trial analyses, support trans-resveratrol for artery widening at a dose this product meets, but no customer reviews were found, so the rules hold it at emerging.
Take 4 servings a day to match the dose that worked in the studies.
- Emerging: not enough evidence to rank higher yet.
Where the evidence disagrees: 22 of the 78 human studies found no effect.
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Members OnlyBody systems · Combine with · Possible side effects
Body systems: Cardiovascular system, Nervous system
Combine with: For circulation and vascular support, consider pairing with beetroot extract or dietary nitrates for an additional nitric oxide pathway, magnesium (glycinate or citrate) for vascular smooth muscle relaxation, and omega-3 fish oil (EPA/DHA) for endothelial function. Vitamin C or a polyphenol source such as pomegranate or grape seed extract can help protect nitric oxide from oxidative breakdown. If blood pressure is the real goal, potassium-rich foods, CoQ10, and a medically supervised plan are better-supported additions. Check with a healthcare provider before combining with meds.
Possible side effects: In one trial of older adults, a few days of L-arginine worsened small blood vessel function in the fingers. Calcium given by infusion raised concerns about harm in a cardiac arrest trial, though that does not reflect the small oral dose here.
Supplement Facts
Calcium 40 mg · L-Arginine 1.5 g · Trans-Resveratrol 30 mg
| Calcium | 40 mg | |
| L-Arginine | 1.5 g | † |
| Trans-Resveratrol | 30 mg | † |
Other ingredients: Microcrystalline Cellulose, Dicalcium Phosphate, Hydroxypropyl Cellulose, Stearic Acid, Croscarmellose Sodium, Crospovidone, Magnesium Stearate, Silicon Dioxide, Titanium Dioxide, Sunflower Lecithin, Sugar, Triethyl Citrate, Ethylcellulose, natural Vanilla Mint flavor, Gum Arabic, Maltodextrin, Sucralose, Riboflavin, Triacetin, Tricalcium Phosphate, Oleic Acid, Polyethylene Glycol.
Directions: Directions: As a dietary supplement, take the contents of one pack daily with food.
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