Nitrates Flashcards
0
Q
What are the effects of nitrate supplementation in terms of plasma nitrate
A
Increases it
1
Q
Why is nitrate supplemented
A
Increase nitric oxide levels
2
Q
What are the effects of nitrate supplementation in terms of bp
A
Decreased systolic
3
Q
What are the effects of nitrate supplementation in terms of cost of exercise
A
Decreased rate of O2 consumption
Decreased use if pcr
Decreased cost of atp
4
Q
What are the effects of nitrate supplementation in terms of performance
A
2.8% improvement in 4 K
2.7% improvement in 16 K
No effect on 50 mile total time however improved last 10 miles
5
Q
When does peak nitrate and nitrite occur
A
1 and 2 hrs
