[3-5]. Endogenously produced
NO and NO2 - are vasoprotective agents with the
ability to increase vasodilation, decrease blood pressure
(BP) and improve cardiovascular function [6]. Reduced
endogenous NO production is associated with hypertension
[7] and there is evidence to support the hypothesis
that the NO and NO2 - produced as a result of dietary
NO3 - could induce health benefits [8].