Physical activity status influences vascular function and may explain alterations in muscle blood flow.

Another study found enhanced vascular function in hypertensive rats given oral doses of chlorella.

"We 'used' smokers as a model for decreased vascular function," he wrote in an e-mail message.

Naked mole rats are highly resistant to cancer and maintain healthy vascular function longer in their lifespan than shorter-living rats.

The role of folate in cellular metabolism, the nervous system and vascular function is important for the auditory system.

"The more exercise you do, the better your vascular function," Dr. Johnson says.

Recent epidemiologic evidence suggests that there is a narrow range of vitamin D levels in which vascular function is optimized.

Improving vascular endothelial function has been reported in few experiments using niacin.

Studies suggest that "supplementation with whey protein improves blood pressure and vascular function in overweight and obese individuals".

The drug influences neuronal and vascular functions and influences cognitive function without acting as a sedative or stimulant.