How does mouth breathing affect our body? In this episode we will learn the importance of nitric oxide and our breathing. Nitric oxide is probably not something you have given much thought to. What is it? It is a gas that is inhaled when we breathe through our nose. It helps our body dilate and constrict the blood vessels which is essential for a healthy heart.
Nitric oxide is used by our body to get better carbon dioxide and oxygen exchange and is used to treat respiratory failure in premature babies.
Just as deficiency of nitric oxide can lead to disease, too much can also cause disease. Nitric oxide is an essential compound that has been associated with many aspects of health, including blood pressure regulation and athletic performance. It also helps control brain function so you can stay sharp mentally. Studies show close to 80% of the population breathe wrong and it affects their overall health. What is the proper way to breathe? Breathing through our nose is how our bodies were designed.
Key Takeaways:
-What Nitric Oxide does to our body
-Nitric Oxide is vital for a healthy cardiovascular system
-The 5 common nitric oxide deficiency symptoms
-5 ways to increase Nitric Oxide naturally
-What to consume to boost Nitric Oxide Levels
-Nose breathing and nitric oxide