Nitric Oxide: The Free Radical You Need

Nitric Oxide: The Free Radical You Need
Even though nitric oxide is produced naturally in the body, the amount varies from person to person, depending on diet and lifestyle. muse studio/Shutterstock
Zrinka Peters
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The health benefits of nitric oxide (NO) may not be as well known as those of popular nutrients such as iron or vitamin C, but that doesn’t mean they are less important.

This gaseous molecule is produced in the arteries and other parts of the body and plays an important role in immune function, athletic performance, diabetes management, and more.

Zrinka Peters
Zrinka Peters
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Zrinka Peters is a freelance writer focusing on health, wellness, and education. She has a bachelor's degree in English literature from Simon Fraser University in British Columbia, Canada, and has been published in a wide variety of print and online publications including Health Digest, Parent.com, Today's Catholic Teacher, and Education.com.
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