

#1027 We Got Blood Pressure All Wrong – The Shocking Truth About Sugar, Salt & Metabolic Health with Dr. Nathan Bryan
Jun 9, 2025
Join Dr. Nathan Bryan, a leading nitric oxide expert and author, as he unveils the truth about blood pressure and metabolic health. He argues that sugar is a bigger enemy than salt and shares how nitric oxide is key for regulating blood pressure and metabolism. The discussion dives into the impact of diet, particularly green leafy vegetables, exercise, and even oral health on nitric oxide levels. Dr. Bryan emphasizes lifestyle changes over medications, addressing misconceptions and providing practical tips for natural health improvement.
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Boost Nitric Oxide Naturally
- Eliminate sugar and eat high protein, low carb meals for better nitric oxide production.
- Start mornings with fermented beet powder and exercise to boost nitric oxide and energy naturally.
Nitric Oxide Deficiency Causes Hypertension
- The root cause of hypertension is nitric oxide deficiency, not salt intake.
- Without nitric oxide, blood vessels can't dilate, causing blood pressure to rise due to physics.
Sauna and Cold Plunge Benefits
- Use sauna and cold plunge alternately to promote vasodilation and vasoconstriction.
- This 'vascular workout' strengthens blood vessel smooth muscle and boosts nitric oxide production.