Nitric Oxide, a key Singnaling Molecule for Vascular Health

THE HUMAN CONDITION

Dr. Alfred Granite

This chapter discusses the significance of nitric oxide (NO) as a crucial signaling molecule impacting various bodily functions, including vascular health, brain function, and the immune, digestive, respiratory, and renal systems. It highlights the historical discovery of NO and its role in diverse physiological processes, from blood vessel dilation to aiding in erectile function. The text also explores ways to naturally increase nitric oxide levels through nasal breathing techniques like humming and by consuming foods rich in nitrates, antioxidants, and amino acids. Finally, it touches upon pharmaceutical interventions for conditions like erectile dysfunction, explaining how medications like Viagra and Cialis work to enhance blood flow by influencing nitric oxide pathways, and also mentions newer sublingual forms for quicker absorption.

From Chapter ten of The Road to Wellness

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