The Optimal Body

457 | Nitric Oxide: The Molecule of Life for Health, Aging & Longevity with Dr. Nathan Bryan

April 20, 2026·42 min
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In this episode of the Optimal Body Podcast, Doc Jen and Doctor Dom, both Doctors of Physical Therapy welcome Doctor Nathan Bryan, an expert in nitric oxide biochemistry. Doctor Bryan explains how nitric oxide, a short-lived signaling molecule, is essential for cardiovascular health, brain function, immune defense, and longevity. He discusses how modern lifestyle habits, including poor diet, sedentary behavior, fluoride toothpaste, and antiseptic mouthwash, deplete nitric oxide production. Doctor Bryan also shares practical health tips to restore levels, including exercise, nasal breathing, dietary changes, and his scientifically developed nitric oxide-based supplements, highlighting their potential to combat chronic diseases like Alzheimer's, diabetes, and heart disease. Needed Discount: Jen trusted Needed Supplements for fertility, pregnancy, and beyond! Support men and women’s health with vitamins, Omega-3, and more. Used by 6,000+ pros. Use code OPTIMAL for 20% off at checkout! N1O1 Product Discount: Interested in grabbing some of the Nitric Oxide Products that Dr Nathan talks about? Check them all out here and use code OPTIMAL10 at checkout for a discount! Dr Bryan's Resources: N1O1 Website Dr Bryan on IG Dr Bryan on YT "The Secret of Nitric Oxide" We Think You'll Love Free Week of Jen Health Jen’s Instagram Dom’s Instagram YouTube Channel For full show notes and resources, visit https://jen.health/podcast/457 What You'll Learn: 01:26 Dr. Bryan explains why nitric oxide is a critical molecule for health, longevity, and disease prevention. 05:30 Dr. Bryan details how lifestyle factors and certain drugs disrupt nitric oxide production and enzyme function. 07:44 Explains the role of oral bacteria in nitric oxide production and the negative effects of fluoride and mouthwash. 10:18 How nitric oxide levels... Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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