Ornithine

L-ORNITHINE

Ornithine is a naturally occurring amino acid that plays various roles in the body [1]. Here's a breakdown of what you should know about Ornithine:

Function:

• Ornithine is involved in the urea cycle, which helps the body eliminate ammonia, a waste product from protein breakdown [1, 2].
• It also plays a role in creatine synthesis, a molecule important for energy production in muscles [3].

Medical Uses:

• While research is ongoing, there's limited but some evidence for using Ornithine as a supplement for specific conditions:
  • Liver disease: Ornithine, often combined with another amino acid called Aspartate (as L-ornithine-L-aspartate), may be helpful in managing certain liver diseases by promoting ammonia removal [4]. However, more conclusive research is needed.
• There's currently a lack of strong scientific evidence to support using Ornithine for other purposes like athletic performance or wound healing [5, 6].