WEAKENED IMMUNE SYSTEMS

L-arginine has been shown to strengthen the immune system in the elderly. It increases both the synthesis of proteins and other immune system components. Animal studies have also shown that L-arginine can stop the atrophy or wasting away of the thymus gland as the animal ages. (Surg Forum 77;18:101-107.) Some Researchers now feel L-arginine may also be the ideal way to treat HIV disease (the viral disease associated with AIDS).