Nitric Oxide Supplements

5 Benefits of Nitric Oxide Supplements

Johnathan,

Top 5 Potential Benefits of Nitric Oxide Supplements for Men’s Health

What is Nitric Oxide?

First let me say, I have used all the Nitric Oxide Supplements products mentioned/shown here and personally; I do see results. However, please understand that one should always consult their local medical physician as I am not one. Please be responsible.

Nitric Oxide is something you may or may not have heard about, however chances are that if you have ever consumed a pre-workout and looked at the back ingredients, you might notice some similarities. However, Nitric Oxide is natural to our human body and something you might want more of.

What it is and how it works:

In the human body, nitric oxide (NO) isn’t typically found just floating around freely. Instead, it’s produced on demand by specific enzymes in the lining of our blood vessels (endothelium) and other tissues when needed.Nitric oxide (NO) is a powerful molecule with crucial roles in cardiovascular function, blood flow, and more. Supplements designed to enhance NO production have gained attention for their potential in supporting men’s health.

So here is the short of it; when a signal triggers NO production, the NOS enzyme converts L-arginine into NO and another byproduct called L-citrulline. NO then diffuses into nearby smooth muscle cells in blood vessel walls, causing them to relax and widen, leading to vasodilation and improved blood flow.

Mechanisms of Action

  • L-arginine: The primary substrate for NO synthesis. Supplementation may directly increase NO production.
  • L-citrulline: Converted into L-arginine in the body, indirectly boosting NO levels. L-citrulline may offer better bioavailability than L-arginine.

Here are the Nitric Oxide Supplements I have used:

Nitric Oxide: This is more of your traditional pre-workout for use before a gym session. Even when not training I like to take it for a little pick me up over something like a coffee or energy drink (which I stay away from)

Nature’s Pure Blen: This I would use as just a day-to-day routine.

Nature’s Beets: So here is another consideration. It’s natural to our body and natural to foods. Beets are one of the best, but I don’t like to eat beats. This is simply Organic Beet.

On to some research backed notes:

Nitric oxide’s multifaceted role in the body offers potential benefits for men’s well-being. Supplements containing L-arginine and L-citrulline, amino acid precursors to NO, are widely available. Here are 5 research backed benefits of Nitric-Oxide:

  1. Improved Cardiovascular Health: NO-boosting supplements may aid in blood pressure regulation, potentially reducing the risk of cardiovascular events. Studies indicate a positive impact for individuals with hypertension or at risk for cardiovascular disease (Ashworth et al., 2020).
  2. Enhanced Erectile Function: NO is essential for achieving and maintaining erections, making its deficiency a significant concern for ED. Research suggests L-citrulline supplementation may improve mild to moderate ED (Cormio et al., 2011). It’s important to note that NO supplements are likely less effective when compared to prescription ED medications.
  3. Boosted Exercise Performance: Due to NO’s role in vasodilation, supplements may increase blood flow to muscles, potentially improving oxygen and nutrient delivery. However, research in this area is somewhat mixed; some studies demonstrate benefits for endurance exercise (Bailey et al., 2010), while others show limited effects.
  4. Reduced Muscle Soreness: Preliminary research indicates that NO supplements might help decrease delayed-onset muscle soreness (DOMS) after exercise, promoting faster recovery (Morita et al., 2014). Further research is needed to confirm these findings.
  5. Possible Blood Sugar Control Benefits: NO plays a role in insulin signaling. Early studies suggest potential improvements in insulin sensitivity and blood sugar management with NO supplementation, but more robust research is required (McKnight et al., 2016).

References

  • Ashworth, A., Mitchell, K., Blackwell, J. R., Vanhatalo, A., & Jones, A. M. (2020). High-nitrate vegetable diet increases plasma nitrate and nitrite concentrations and reduces blood pressure in healthy women. Public Health Nutrition, 23(15), 2666-2674.
  • Bailey, S. J., Winyard, P. G., Vanhatalo, A., Blackwell, J. R., DiMenna, F. J., Wilkerson, D. P., & Jones, A. M. (2010). Acute L-arginine supplementation reduces the O2 cost of moderate-intensity exercise and enhances high-intensity exercise tolerance. Journal of Applied Physiology, 109(5), 1394-1403.
  • Cormio, L., De Siati, M., Lorusso, F., Selvaggio, O., Mirabella, L., Sanguedolce, F., & Carrieri, G. (2011). Oral L-citrulline supplementation improves erection hardness in men with mild erectile dysfunction. Urology, 77(1), 119-122.
  • McKnight, J. R., Satterfield, M. C., Jobgen, W. S., Smith, S. B., Spencer, T. E., Meininger, C. J., & Wu, G. (2016). Beneficial effects of L-arginine on reducing obesity: potential mechanisms and important implications for human health. Amino acids, 48(4), 857-871.
  • Morita, M., Sakurada, T., Watanabe, T., Kushiyama, A., Fukushima, Y., Doi, H., … & Fujita, S. (2014). Effects of L-arginine-rich pumpkin seed oil supplementation on muscle strength, muscle mass, motor function, and nutritional status in Japanese middle-aged and elderly women: A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial. Clinical interventions in aging, 9, 2069.

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This information is for informational purposes only. This is not medical advice. Always seek the help of your healthcare provider.

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