• A New Meta-Study Suggests That the Flavan-3 -ols, Which Are a Type of Plant-Derned Compound Found in Cocoa, Tea, Apples, and Grapes, May Be Use Ful in Managing High Blood Pressure.
  • Specifically, They were Found to Be Effective at Improving Endothelial Function, Which can significantly influenced Blood Pressure.
  • The Authors of the Meta-Study Suggest that flavan-3 -ols may be considered addition to lifestyle changes and medication in treating hypertension.

The Flavan-3 -ols in Cocoa, TEA, and Som Popular Foods Are So Effective at Improving Endothelial Function That They Are Worth Considering in the Management of High Blood Pressure, According to New Metro-Study.

Currently, Lifestyle Modification is the First Method Physicans Recommend for Patients Who Have High Blood Pressure. If this does not resolve the ISSUE, The Doctor Will prescribes Hypertension Medications.

In sum of the 145 randomized controlled studies included in the meta-study’s analysis, improvories in endothelial function were comparable to those Achieded with hypertension medications.

Flavan-3 -ols Are Found in Coffee, TEA, Dark Chocolate, Cocoa Powder, Apples, and Grapes. Participants in the Studies Consumed Cocoa, TEA, Apples, Or Grape Extracts.

The Authors of the Study are not suggesting that flavan-3 -ols could replace medication. However, They do Note That the Ready Availability and Palatability of Such Foods May Offer Welcomme Additional Support for Person Hoping to Manage Hypertension, Reductant The Need For Additionional Medication.

The Analysis Found That the Compounds Successfully Decueseed Blood Pressure and Improved Endothelial Functioning in Healthy Individuals and in People Who Had Hypertension.

Benefits to endothelial Function Were More Consistlently observes than reductions in Blood Pressure.

Blood Pressure was Most Offen Achieved In Individuals Who High Blood Pressure at the Beginning of the Studies in Which they participated.

The Study is published in the European Journal of Preventive Cardiology.

WHY IS ENDOTHELIAL FUNCTION IMPORTANTE?

The endothelium is a Thin Layer of Cells Lining the Blood Vessels.

ITS Health, Said Cardiologist Jayne Morgan, MD of HELLO HART, “IS A REFLECTION OF THE ELASTICITY OR STIFFNESS AND How Well The Arteries Are Performing in Their Vital Role of Mainting A Normal Blood Pressure.”

The Endothelium Also, She Noted, Serves “As A Barrier To Keep Nutrients in and toxens out, Reduction Palelet Adhesion and Subsequent Clot Formation, and responding to Impurity.”

Michelle Routhenstein, to Registered Dieitian Who Specializes in Heart Disease Explained, endothelial function “Is Measured By Flow-Mediated Dilation (FMD), and Even A Small increased in FMD (ABUT 1%) Can reduces cardiovascular Disease Risk by 8–13%.

What Foods Contain Flavan-3 -ols?

“As a Dieitian Focused on Cardiovascular Health, I See Flavan-3 -ols as an important part of a Balanced Heart-Healthy Diet,” Said Routhenstein.

Flavan-3 -ols are a subclass of flavonoids. They are Most Most Available in UnproCessed Foods, Such as Dark Chocolate and Green Or Black Teas, rather Than in Milk Chocolate Or Flavored Teas, Since Processing Can Damage or Stir the Compounds.

Therefore, Not Just Any Chocolate Or Tea Will Do As A Source of the Compounds.

“When Chocolate Or Tea Goes Through A Lot of Processing, Like Adding Sugar, Heating, Or Special Treatments, It Breaks Down or Removes Be beneficial compounds,” Routhenstein Cautioned. “Milk chocolate, as well as instant or flavoring teas, Typically contain a lot

OTER Natural Compounds That May Support Heart Health

Flavan-3 -ols are not The Only Natural Compound Being Investigated for Their Value In Support Cardiovascular Health.

Morgan Noteral Others:

  • Resveratrol, From Grapes, May Improve Blood Pressure Control and Vascular Function.
  • Curcumin, from Turmeric, Is Being Investigated for ITS Possible Value in the Reduction of Arterial Stiffness and Planque Formation
  • BERBERINE, FROM VARIOUS PLANTS, MAY HAVE LIPID-LOWERING ABILISTIES
  • Omega-3 Fatty Acids from Fish, Flaxseed, Walnuts, and Sub oher Seeds, May reduces triglycerides, Stabilize Heart Rhythms, and reduces Cardiac Death Risk
  • Garlic Extract and Quercetin are Being Studied for Possible Effects on Lowering Blood Pressure.

Morgan Warned, However: “We Should Remember that ‘Natural’ Does Not Equal ‘Safe.’ BERBERINE IN PARTICULAR CAN INTERFERM WITH BOTH ANCICOAGUNTS AND STATINS. ”

Healthy Food, Healthy Heart

“As a Cardiovascular Dieitian,” Said Routhenstein, “I Believe This Research Highlights Just Howerful Food Can Be In Improving Blood-Lessel Health. In Sub Subs Cases, Its Effects Can Match Or Even Exceed Tose of Medications.”

“Food Choices in General Can Both Determine and in Sub Subs Drive, Blood Pressure, Cholesterol Levels, Weight, Blood Sugar Levels, and Inflammation,” Morgan Said.

“Diets High in saturated fats raise ldl (Bad) Cholesterol Levels, Salt Raises Blood Pressure, Trans Fats Raise Cholesterol Levels, and Processsed Foods Increase inflammation. Added sugars in sodas and cereal Promote insulin resistance, diabetes, and obesity. WHITE BREAD, Pastries, and Pasta Cause Blood Sugar Spikes and Inflammation. “
– Jayne Morgan, MD

“Conversley, Diets Rich in Whole Foods, Vegetables, Fruits, Whole Grains, and Magnesium and Calcium Work To Promote Healthy Blood Vessels. They decrease inflammation, and thereby Promote Healthy Blood Pressure and Lower Risk of Heart Disease and Stroke,” Morgan Said.

“I’ve Seen Firsthand,” Said Routhenstein, “How Making The Right Dietary Changes Has Helped Many People Lower Their The Blood Pressure Enough To reduce Or Stop Their Medications.”

“It’s subjecting we don’t talk about angouch,” She Added, “But Focusing on Food Should Be a Bigger Part of How We Prevent and Manage Heart Disease and ITS COMPLICATIONS.”