Nitric Oxide (NO) is a gas that’s naturally produced in the body; it's used to communicate between cells. To make nitric oxide, enzymes in the body break down the amino acid, [[Arginine]]<br>See also :
* [[L-Arginine]]
* [[L-Citrulline]]
==Special Precautions of Nitric Oxide==
* Exercise Every Day - When you work harder physically, the heart has to pump harder to supply oxygen to the body. The additional pressure against the arterial walls – from more blood passing through, causes more nitric oxide to be released.
* Eat more L-[[Arginine]] and [[L-Citrulline]] Amino Acids - Nuts and fruits are the best vegetarian sources of these amino acids, but they also exist in meat and dairy. However, the antioxidants in fruits and nuts also protect the nitric oxide that is created by eating these foods. Citrulline is recycled into L-arginine, which then produces more nitric oxide.
* Other nutrients can help your body absorb and harness the nitric oxide surge, such as...
**[[Magnesium]] : supports healthy heart rhythm, facilitates blood flow by relaxing arterial muscles and preventing buildup.
**[[Vitamin C]] : allows cells throughout the body to receive nitric oxide, speeds tissue growth and repair, aids bones in absorbing calcium.
**[[Vitamin B12]] : enhances cellular processing of nitric oxide, maintains brain and nerve health.
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