Question 1

how safe is nitric oxide?

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Nitric oxide: Nitric oxide supplemets are orovided by l-arginine , which in pharnaceutical grade should be taken on a emty stomach and in large doses.Some peo;ple cannot tolerate that dosage, but by far it is not known to be harmful.

Question 2

what is nitric oxide used for?

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Many uses: Nitric oxide functions as a signaling molecule (neurotransmitter) telling your body to make blood vessels relax and widen. Bodybuilders and athletes may use Nitric Oxide for blood flow, oxygen delivery, glucose uptake, muscle velocity, power output, and muscle growth. There are side effects associated with this supplement.  Do your homework. How about balanced eating with whey protein.

Question 3

does using nitric oxide hurt me?

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Yes: Nitric oxide is a drug used to dilate blood vessels in the lungs and can effect your heart and lungs.

Question 4

what test is used for nitric oxide?

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A breath test: A special type of breath test measures the amount of Nitric Oxide in a person's exhaled air.

Question 5

does low levels of nitric oxide cause ed?

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Yes it can: Yes, it can, because viagra (sildenafil) and like drugs appear to increase it.

Question 6

are there  any benefits of nitric oxide for woman?

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Yes: Nitric oxide dilates arteries and improves the functioning of the lining of the blood vessels.  It lowers blood pressure and improves blood flow to organs. Here's a link to some more information: http://www.Rd.Com/health/wellness/heart-disease-risk-factor-1-nitric-oxide/.

Question 7

what food may be consumed to increase nitric oxide levels?

Accepted Answer

Arginine containing: The Amino Acid arginine is a precursor to nitric oxide. It is found in dairy products, poultry and fish. In fact its normally made by the body  and therefore does not need to be consumed. In severe illnesses the demand may be high enough that some consumption is needed. It is not clear eating more increases no levels. There is a suggestion that high doses may alter no levels in some diseases.

Question 8

can nitric oxide make me stronger? i work out 3-5 times a week.

Accepted Answer

Only if the nitric..: Only if the Nitric Oxide containers are heavy, and are being lifted from place to place, like one's barbells and dumbbells.  Working out 3-5 times a week will make one stronger.  Otherwise, the Nitric Oxide doesn't have a noticeable effect.

Question 9

will nitric oxide affect erections?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Good erection maintenance requires dilated, full of blood vessels. Nitric oxide is a very potent vasodilator. Pun intended.

Question 10

how can nitric oxide help with erections?

Accepted Answer

Vasodilatation: Nitric oxide dilates blood vessels and dilating the blood vessels in the penis causes erection.  Viagra (sildenafil) and related drugs work on this premise.

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