Citrulline malate supplementation and exercise performance: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Trexler ET, Persky AM, Ryan ED, Schwartz TA, Stoner L, Smith-Ryan AE
Published in Sports Medicine
Methodology
Meta-analysis of randomised crossover trials of citrulline supplementation on high-intensity strength and power performance and associated blood flow measures.
Key Findings
Citrulline produced a small but significant improvement in strength and power performance, with increased plasma arginine and nitric oxide availability.
Conclusions
Citrulline modestly increases blood flow and training volume relevant to muscle pump.
Limitations
Small effect size; short acute-dosing trials.
Supplements Studied
Citrulline increased plasma arginine and nitric oxide availability
Citrulline produced a small but significant improvement in strength and power performance
Outcomes Measured
Citrulline produced a small but significant improvement in strength and power performance, with increased plasma arginine and nitric oxide availability
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