Ameal supplement for high BP?
Written by: Dr. Rowena | Posted: Nov 19 2009
Q: Is Ameal really a good supplement for high blood pressure?
A: Ameal is a supplement of lactotripeptides. Does Ameal work? The answer is not clear. A study on 135 people in the Netherlands concluded that lactotripeptide supplementation does not significantly change blood pressure. Click here for the study. On the other hand, a review of studies published in the British Journal of Nutrition suggests that lactotripeptide supplementation has an effect on elevated blood pressure but does not change normal blood pressure. Click here. Personally, I am not a fan of dietary supplements. I believe it is smarter and more economical to just eat a healthy diet.
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Written by: Dr. Rowena | Posted: Sep 23 2009
Q: I have stage 1 hypertension. What can I do to lower my blood pressure and what should I eat?
A: Regular exercise and having a healthy diet are important to controlling your blood pressure and preventing heart disease and stroke. For diet recommendations click here.
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Written by: Dr. Rowena | Posted: Jul 21 2009
Q: What is the connection between high blood pressure and high cholesterol, and high blood pressure and high blood sugar level? Do the drugs for high blood pressure control cause diabetes?
A: Diabetes, high cholesterol, and high blood pressure all increase the risk for developing a heart attack or stroke. Regular exercise, a healthy diet, and maintaining normal weight will help prevent all three. Drugs used to treat high blood pressure do not cause diabetes but may increase the risk of developing the condition.
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