Limit Your Use of Mouthwash

The bacteria in your mouth that might cause cavities and other dental diseases are removed by mouthwash. Unfortunately, mouthwash kills all bacteria, even the good ones that contribute to the production of nitric oxide.

Nitric oxide is produced in the mouth by specific bacteria. In fact, without these bacteria, humans are unable to synthesize nitric oxide from nitrate. According to studies, mouthwash kills the oral bacteria needed to produce nitric oxide for up to 12 hours. Nitric oxide production is reduced as a result, and in some cases, blood pressure is raised afterward. Mouthwash has a negative impact on nitric oxide production, which can lead to diabetes, which is characterized by malfunctions in insulin production or action.