Until recently the inorganic anions nitrate (NO 3 −) and nitrite (NO 2 −) were considered inert end products of nitric oxide (NO) metabolism and unfavorable dietary constituents.However, a new ...

Recent research has focused on dietary nitrates, which are found in foods like beets and leafy greens, as a means to enhance nitric oxide production in the body. This has implications not only for ...

Beetroot, also known simply as beet, is a nutrient-dense root vegetable known for its deep red colour and earthy flavour ...

Oral bacteria may impact brain health, and diet could help preserve cognitive function. The bacteria in your mouth may play a ...

This may be because the nitrate found in vegetables can convert into nitric oxide in our bodies, which dilates blood vessels and, in turn, can reduce blood pressure. But the research on heart ...

The microbial ecosystems in our mouths may impact cognitive function as we age, with pathogenic bacteria linked to cognitive ...

The type of bacteria in your mouth may affect your memory, attention and thinking abilities, a study suggests.

A balanced microbiome prevents harmful germs from gaining a foothold and invading the body system. Read more at ...