Improve Your Cardiovascular Health With Nitric Oxide

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The future of cardiovascular health has been revolutionized by one single molecule called Nitric Oxide.  The discovery of Nitric Oxide and its function has been called one of the most important findings in the history of cardiovascular medicine. Its continual production in the body is essential to the health and longevity of the cardiovascular system.

Nitric Oxide also know as N-O, is a gas that is naturally produced throughout the body which acts as a messenger enabling several critical processes.  When produced it sends a message to the blood vessels to relax and expand.  Thus, the end result of N-O production is increased blood flow and better circulation, making it literally the key to healthier living. Improved circulation means more oxygen and vital nutrients being distributed to muscles, organs, and tissues.

Good health starts and ends with your heart and an efficient vascular system.  Everyday your heart beats approximately 100,000 times, moving over 2,000 gallons of blood through more than 100,000 miles of  blood vessels.  Because it's delivering oxygen and vital nutrients throughout the body healthy circulation is critical to the health of every cell, organ, and function in the body.

As you age your body's ability to produce beneficial levels of N-O decreases, thus causing a loss in the efficiency of your vascular system to deliver blood throughout your body. When your body produces less N-O, your arteries begin to stiffen and narrow which can lead to elevated blood pressure, heart disease, stroke, chronic inflammation, and decreased sexual function.

There are numerous products on the market that use an amino acid called L-arginine  as a primary ingredient to boost N-O production in the body.  However, scientist estimate that as much as 50 percent of N-O in the body comes from sources other than L-arginine.  Also, the body's process of converting L-arginine to N-O is complex and requires several additional molecules to be present in order for completion.

Now a company called Qivana has introduced a unique all botanically based product called Prime Nitric Oxide Activator which doesn't rely entirely on L-arginine as a precursor to N-O production in the body.  Prime Nitric Oxide Activator is the only product on the market which causes your body to use all it's know pathways to increase and restore N-O levels in the body.

You can checkout this product and many other amazing products by Qivana by clicking here: Nitric Oxide.

The Eating To Maximize Fat Burning

I've been drinking protein based shakes for breakfast for many years.  I always mix some whey protein, and frozen fruit, to make a smoothie with the right combination of protein, carbohydrates and fat.  Combining the proper ratios of protein, carbohydrates, and fat to maximize fat burning is what I've done as a natural bodybuilder for over 20 years.  I know it works because at 217 lbs I keep my body fat below 12 percent year around.

Several months ago I was introduced to a natural nutritional company called Qivana, that made a meal replacement shake based on the correct ratio of nutrients to maximize fat burning in your body.  I've tried the shakes for over 4 months now and I must confess that I've gotten even leaner without eating or training any differently than normal.  Finally, there's a company manufacturing a product that actually helps your body to burn fat more efficiently.  The product is called Metaboliq.  I suggest you try it for yourself.

You can find this product and more information about this amazing company by following this link: Qivana

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Strength Training For Beginners

It's the first of the year and you've decided that this is the year that you really get into the best physical condition of your life. If this is your aspiration, then let me give you some professional advice.  "Make strength training the foundation of your fitness program."  This is especially important is you are over 40 years old.

I'm a personal trainer with over 18 years of experience in the health and fitness industry.  Over the years I've seen fads come and go in the fitness arena, but strength training still remains the most effective long-term approach to losing weight, and improving your health and fitness.

I'm in my 50s and I've been strength training for over 25 years and I'm stronger and more fit than I was in my 20s.  If you have never done any strength training, now is the time to start and you can be stronger and more fit when New Year's rolls around next year.  So, if you are ready to really get into the best shape of your life, checkout my strength training guides at by clicking here: Strength training publications.

New Year's Wish

As 2011 closes, I am thankful for everyone who continues to read and support my blog.  I hope that the information that I have provided has been useful to you.  If through this blog, I only help one person to improve their health and fitness level, then it is time well spent.  I wish for you all a very healthy and prosperous 2012.

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