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Dietary interventions for hypertension management

Overview

Research has identified potential dietary and supplemental methods for managing hypertension. A clinical trial conducted by researchers in the United Kingdom and published in PLOS One found that daily peppermint oil consumption may reduce blood pressure in adults with prehypertension or stage 1 hypertension.

In a 20-day study of 40 participants, the intervention group—which received 50 microliters of pure peppermint oil mixed with 100 milliliters of water twice daily—saw an average systolic reduction of approximately 8.5 mmHg compared to a placebo group. Researchers also observed an average diastolic blood pressure decrease of 4.57 mmHg and a reduction in resting heart rate by an average of 8.92 beats per minute. These effects may be linked to menthol, a natural compound that may help relax blood vessels and improve circulation.

Further research published in BMJ Journals expanded on dietary interventions, linking the consumption of specific foods to lower hypertension risks. A review of 12 prospective cohort studies indicated that high consumption of legumes and soy is associated with a reduced risk of developing high blood pressure. Specifically, individuals consuming the highest amounts of legumes had a 16 percent lower risk, while those consuming the most soy had a 19 percent lower risk. Experts noted that consuming approximately 5oz of legumes or 2.8oz of soy daily could reduce hypertension risk by nearly one third, potentially due to high levels of fiber, potassium, magnesium, and isoflavones.

Entities

University of Lancashire · PLOS ONE · Dr. Jonnie Sinclair · University of Central Lancashire · American Heart Association

Timeline

  1. 7 days ago

    [HEALTH] 3 sources
    Peppermint oil may lower blood pressure, study finds

    A UK-based clinical trial published in PLOS One found that daily peppermint oil consumption may significantly reduce systolic blood pressure in adults with mild hypertension.

  2. 10 days ago

    [HEALTH] 5 sources
    Dietary studies link peppermint oil and legumes to lower blood pressure

    Recent studies suggest peppermint oil and specific dietary habits, such as consuming legumes and soy, can effectively help lower blood pressure and reduce the risk of hypertension.

  3. 22 days ago

    [HEALTH] 2 sources
    Peppermint oil may lower systolic blood pressure, study finds

    A University of Lancashire study found that consuming 100 microliters of peppermint oil twice daily for 20 days reduced systolic blood pressure by an average of 8.5 mmHg in adults with prehypertension.

Sources

anglophone-direct.com · dailymail.co.uk · dr-rath-foundation.org · kastlefmonline.com · knowridge.com · sciencealert.com · sciencedaily.com · world-today-journal.com · world-today-news.com

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