You’ve heard of oxidative stress—but what about nitrosative stress? It’s the lesser-known sibling, and it’s seriously disruptive. From fatigue and brain fog to autoimmune flares and gut issues, nitrosative stress is a silent fire inside your body. The good news? It’s measurable. And reversible.
What is Nitrosative stress?
It happens when nitric oxide (NO)—a helpful molecule for blood flow and immunity—reacts with free radicals and becomes damaging. This creates peroxynitrite, a compound that disrupts mitochondria, impairs detox, and damages your DNA.
Symptoms of Nitrosative Stress Overload
Extreme fatigue, even after rest
Brain fog and concentration issues
Muscle weakness or chronic pain
Migraines or sensitivity to light/sound
Sleep disturbances
Autoimmune flare-ups
Mood swings, anxiety, or depression
Symptoms of Nitrosative stress overload
Extreme fatigue, even after rest
Brain fog and concentration issues
Muscle weakness or chronic pain
Migraines or sensitivity to light/sound
Sleep disturbances
Autoimmune flare-ups
Mood swings, anxiety, or depression
Testing and functional markers
At Lumin, I check for:
Peroxynitrite activity
3-nitrotyrosine levels
Glutathione status
Inflammatory cytokines
Organic acid markers for oxidative stress
How to cool the fire
Antioxidant support: Glutathione, NAC, ALA, vitamin C
Mitochondrial repair: CoQ10, PQQ, magnesium
Anti-inflammatory nutrition: Whole foods, no processed oils
EMF and toxin reduction
Nervous system resets (vagus nerve, breathwork, movement)
Conclusion
If your body feels stuck in low gear, nitrosative stress might be hijacking your cells. Let’s test, reset, and restore.
