Category Archives: Nitric Oxide

The Cardioprotective Effects of Walnuts

Posted on December 21, 2014 by Robert Barrington
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Dietary Arginine and Nitric Oxide Production

Posted on May 11, 2014 by Robert Barrington

Nitric oxide is a signal molecule that has an extensive role in the regulation of cellular function. In particular, nitric oxide is required for the dilation of arteries and low levels in the endothelial lining of the arteries is thought … Continue reading →

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Arginine and Athletic Performance

Posted on December 25, 2013 by Robert Barrington

Arginine is a conditionally essential protogenic amino acid. Arginine is of interest to athletes because it is known to cause the release of significant amounts of growth hormone. Doses required for this effect are thought to be around 15 to … Continue reading →

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Atherosclerosis: Is the Old Paradigm Dying?

Posted on October 26, 2013 by Robert Barrington

The traditional view of atherosclerosis is that it is caused by an accumulation of lipids in the endothelial lining of arteries. These lipids we are told, are derived mainly from dietary cholesterol and transported to the artery walls by low … Continue reading →

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Berry Berry Good

Posted on October 12, 2013 by Robert Barrington

lavonoids are a group of around 4000 plants compounds that have a common 3 ring structure. Flavonoids are bioavailable in humans and studies suggest that high intakes of flavonoids are associated with protection from certain diseases. In particular, flavonoids may … Continue reading →

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Grapes and Blood Pressure

Posted on September 20, 2013 by Robert Barrington

t is becoming increasingly evident that antioxidants are able to favourably modulate high blood pressure. In particular, plant antioxidants such as the polyphenol class of compounds are able to cause blood pressure changes by increasing flow mediated dilation. For example, … Continue reading →

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Epicatechin, Cocoa and Blood Pressure

Posted on June 6, 2013 by Robert Barrington

Polyphenolic compounds derived from plants are bioavailable in humans and may modulate a number of physiological parameter favourably. This is reflected in epidemiological studies that demonstrate an association between polyphenol consumption and certain health benefits. In particular, polyphenol intake is … Continue reading →

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Vitamin C: Lowers Blood Pressure

Posted on May 2, 2013 by Robert Barrington

itamin C (here) is an essential water soluble vitamin that is best known for its role as an antioxidant. Present in high concentrations in fruits, particularly citrus, vitamin C is known to suppress free radical induced tissue damage through its … Continue reading →

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Green Tea Improves Vascular Function

Posted on January 1, 2013 by Robert Barrington

A number of antioxidants in food have been shown to reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease. At present it is unclear as to why dietary antioxidants are protective, but evidence suggests that it may result from a decrease in oxidative … Continue reading →

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Red Wine and Olive Oil Improve Endothelial Function

Posted on December 21, 2012 by Robert Barrington

The Mediterranean diet is a traditional diet of many of the inhabitants of the geographical areas surrounding the Mediterranean sea. The diet is composed of whole grains, lean meat, fish and antioxidant rich plant foods that includes high intakes of … Continue reading →

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