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The Doctor's Kitchen Podcast

#222 Nitric Oxide, Nitrates and Nitrites in Food with Dr Rupy Aujla

Nov 15, 2023
Dr Rupy Aujla, a medical doctor, unravels the mystery behind nitrates, nitrites, and nitric oxide. Topics include sources of nitrates in food, their impact on health, effects of antiseptic mouthwash on nitric oxide production, promoting nitric oxide through diet, benefits of sun exposure, and a summary of the controversial topics discussed.
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  • Nitrates found naturally in vegetables are beneficial for health as they convert into nitric oxide, but artificial nitrates in processed meats can lead to carcinogenic byproducts.
  • Consuming nitrate-rich vegetables promotes nitric oxide production and offers cardiovascular, exercise performance, and brain health benefits.

Deep dives

Context is key: Nitrates in vegetables vs. added to meat products

Nitrates found naturally in vegetables are beneficial for health as they convert into nitric oxide, essential for various physiological functions. However, artificial nitrates added to meat products can lead to the formation of carcinogenic byproducts. Health benefits are associated with nitrate-containing plants, including cardiovascular and brain health benefits. Alternatively, processed meats should be limited to reduce the risk of potential carcinogenic effects and interference with nitric oxide production.

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