A berry has been named that lowers blood pressure no worse than pills – Health

Scientists from Northumbria University found that the use cherry concentrate may reduce blood pressure no less effective than medications, the publication writes UfacityNews. In this berry contains beneficial plant compounds that have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects, Sports.kz reports with reference to News.ru.

Scientists have conducted a series of studies on the health effects of Montmorency tart cherry concentrate. This berry has been found to help improve sleep, relieve gout symptoms and lower blood pressure.

The study involved men with early stages of hypertension who were asked to drink cherry concentrate. The results showed that participants' blood pressure dropped by seven millimeters of mercury, which is comparable to the effects of beta blockers and diuretics.

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