If you’ve got a cupboard full of supplements you bought with good
intentions but never used, this episode is for you. Cathy Eason,
Chief Science Officer at Berkeley Life, talks about nitric oxide,
a molecule that affects almost every body system, including blood
flow, blood pressure, digestion, energy production, and sexual
arousal.
She explains why nitric oxide production declines in your 30s and
how it’s linked to perimenopause. Eason also discusses the
research behind using dietary nitrates (like beets and leafy
greens) to support nitric oxide production and when
supplementation might be necessary.
This episode covers practical aspects like testing nitric oxide
status at home, the connection between oral health and nitric
oxide, and how the protocol differs for daily energy needs versus
intense training. Eason also advises caution with nitric oxide
supplementation, especially for those on blood pressure
medication, and why she moved away from arginine/citrulline
supplements.
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EPISODE OVERVIEW
(0:00) Intro/Teaser
(05:33) How Nitric Oxide Opens Blood Flow (Vasodilation
101)
(11:04) Blood Pressure, Arterial Stiffness & the
Research
(15:49) Digestion, Gut Motility & Hypertension Safety
(24:01) Oral Health, Fluoride & the Nitrate Recycling
Pathway
(29:34) Dietary Nitrate Sources: Beets, Ferments & Histamine
Considerations
(34:19) Arousal, Desire & Blood Flow to the Genitals
(39:48) Closing the Research Gap: Female Sexual Function
Data
(41:08) Performance & Recovery: From the Soccer Field to the
Gym
(46:43) Muscle Force, DOMS & Timing Your Dose Around a
Workout
(51:10) Testing Your Own Nitric Oxide & Finding Your
Pattern
(59:28) Choosing a Supplement: The Ophelia & Emily
Protocol
(1:19:48) After-Party: Final Thoughts with Dr. Stephanie
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