Low nitric oxide production has a strong link to age-related chronic diseases...

Erectile dysfunction, hypertension, Alzheimer's, cardiovascular disease, diabetes

Nitric oxide (NO) is a natural molecule made in the body that regulates blood flow and oxygen delivery to tissues. It is foundational for human health and longevity and the older we get, the less we produce of this molecule. Produced in the endothelium (inner lining) of all blood vessels, this molecule allows for the healthy expansion of blood vessels when needed - during exercise and sexual activity for example. When they no longer dilate appropriately, the blood vessels begin to constrict and stiffen. Inflammation and plaque formation within the arteries can then result - this is the beginning of atherosclerosis and heart disease. Erectile dysfunction and high blood pressure and are two common early conditions. In fact, erectile dysfunction is often the first symptom in the progression of this failure to produce sufficient nitric oxide. Without sufficient NO, blood vessels will not dilate sufficiently to allow for more blood flow that is necessary for engorgement and erection. Hypertension (high blood pressure) is another early sign; most of the prescription medications prescribed for high blood pressure do not actually increase NO production.