mechanistic
Analysis v1
When you walk, the movement of blood through your blood vessels creates a gentle force called shear stress. This triggers your blood vessel walls to produce more of a molecule called nitric oxide, which widens your blood vessels and helps prevent blood clots that can lead to heart disease.
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