“…Importantly, some studies indicate dietary NO 3 − reduces resting BP [ 39 , 40 ], exercising BP [ 41 , 42 ], and arterial stiffness [ [43] , [44] , [45] ]. However, there is limited evidence for whether dietary NO 3 − supplementation can attenuate racial disparities in CV health [ 46 ], particularly in the peripheral vasculature.…”