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Recently published UC Davis studies provide further evidence of grape seed extract’s benefits on hypertension, cholesterol and glycemic response

Polyphenolics experts will be available at Engredea 2013 Booth 451 to discuss these exciting findings  Dietary modifications are usually one of the first recommendations made by healthcare providers when someone is diagnosed with pre-hypertension or metabolic syndrome. But while adopting … Continue reading

No more excuses about exercising. Get moving to help lower your blood pressure!

No more excuses about exercising. Get moving to help lower your blood pressure!

I’m overweight, out of shape and suffer from hypertension. Some people use those excuses to avoid exercise. But a new study from the Pennington Biomedical Research Center in Louisiana debunks the notion that you must train like an athlete to … Continue reading

Antioxidants = anti-hypertension

Antioxidants = anti-hypertension

By now, most of us have heard that a diet rich in antioxidants helps to boost our immune health and may prevent everything from cancer to heart disease. There is mounting evidence that antioxidants – found in fruits and vegetables … Continue reading