Blood Pressure

Pterostilbene shows blood pressure lowering power

Pterostilbene shows blood pressure lowering power

By Stephen Daniells

Daily supplements of pterostilbene may help reduce both systolic and diastolic blood pressure by over 7 mmHg, say findings presented at the American Heart Association's High Blood Pressure Research 2012 Scientific Sessions.

Berry pigments show heart health benefits

Berry pigments show heart health benefits

By Stephen Daniells

Increased intakes of anthocyanins – antioxidant pigments from fruit and vegetables – may reduce blood vessel hardening and improve overall heart health, says a new study.

Germany: DMAA safety data “full of gaps”

DMAA in the dock

Germany: DMAA safety data “full of gaps”

By Shane Starling

The German food safety agency has warned people with increased blood pressure and those suffering from cardiovascular disease off disputed stimulant DMAA, and called for a probe into its legal status.

Prawn peptides are ACE for blood pressure: Rat study

Prawn peptides are ACE for blood pressure: Rat study

By Shane Starling

Peptide extracts from the Arctic prawn Pandalus Borealis have demonstrated blood pressure benefits via the, “most potent Angiotensin Converting Enzyme (ACE) inhibiting peptide concentrate that is reported in scientific literature.”

Jack3D: Small study shows safety when used at recommended levels

Jack3D is safe: Study

By Shane Starling

A study of 25 healthy men has found DMAA-containing, pre-workout sports supplement, Jack3D, does not change resting heart rate, blood pressure or affect liver and kidney function when used at recommended dosage levels.

Quercetin heart benefits may be linked to genes: Study

Quercetin heart benefits may be linked to genes: Study

By Stephen Daniells

Daily supplements of the polyphenol quercetin may boost levels of good cholesterol and decrease blood pressure, but benefits for waist size may be linked to our genetics, says a new study from Germany.

Improving blood pressure and boosting vascular health are areas of interest R&D activity

Special edition: Heart health

Heart health beyond cholesterol: Blood pressure and vascular health

By Stephen Daniells

In the first part of our special focus on heart health, NutraIngredients examines the science behind the potential health benefits of a new wave of ingredients, from blood pressure lowering peptides from dairy, to flavanols from cocoa.

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