Blood Pressure


  • Eating Grapes Lowers Anxiety, Hypertension
    Eating antioxidant-rich grapes and grape products may be an inexpensive and nutritious way to reduce anxiety and related hypertension, as well as cognitive impairments associated with anxiety, according to new research presented last week at the Experimental Biology 2012 ...More
    April 30, 2012
    Posted in News, Nutraceuticals
  • Tree Nuts Help Lower Diabetes, CVD Risk
    Incorporating more tree nuts, such as almonds, cashews, pistachios and walnuts, may help ward off heart disease, type 2 diabetes and metabolic syndrome by improving levels of high-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol and lowering levels of C-reactive protein, according to ...More
    April 13, 2012
    Posted in News
  • Snacking on Raisins Helps Lower Blood Pressure
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    Eating a handful of raisins three times a day may help lower blood pressure may significantly lower blood pressure, compared to eating other common snacks, according to new research presented at the American College of Cardiology's 61st Annual Scientific Session. ...More
    March 29, 2012
    Posted in News, Fiber, Nutraceuticals
  • Milk Protein Hydrolysate For Stress Relief
    Pharmachem Laboratories, Inc.’s, new milk protein hydrolysate Lactium contains a bioactive peptide clinically shown to reduce stress-related symptoms and promote relaxation. ...More
    March 29, 2012
    Posted in News, Nutraceuticals
  • Vitamin D Cuts Body Fat, Boosts Heart Health
    Increasing daily intake of vitamin D3 can significantly improve high-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol and help reduce body fat mass in overweight or obese individuals, according to a new study published in the British Journal of Nutrition. ...More
    February 29, 2012
    Posted in News, Nutraceuticals
  • More Foods, Beverages Cater to Specific Health Conditions
    The market for targeted health and wellness foods and beverages is a dynamic and promising one, driven largely by an aging population and the growing recognition of the instrumental role diet plays in a wide range of health conditions, including heart disease, high blood ...More
    February 28, 2012
    Posted in News, Nutraceuticals
  • Cinnamon Raisin Bagels Best for Flaxseed Fortification
    Fortifying cinnamon raisin bagels with nutrient-rich flaxseed does not affect taste or texture, compared to other types of bagels, according to a new study published in the Journal of Food Science. Flaxseed contains valuable nutrients that may reduce the risk of ...More
    February 27, 2012
    Posted in News, Bakery / Cereal, Flavor, Nutraceuticals
  • Americans Still Consume Too Much Sodium
    The latest Vital Signs report released by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention indicate the average American consumes about 3,300 milligrams of sodium per day, not including any salt added at the table, which is more than twice the recommended limit for about half ...More
    February 8, 2012
    Posted in News, Bakery / Cereal, Sauces / Gravies / Soup
  • Study Links Diet Soft Drinks to Heart Attack, Stroke
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    Individuals who drink diet soft drinks on a daily basis may have an increased risk of heart attack, stroke and vascular death, according to a new study published in the Journal of General Medicine. There was no increased risk of vascular events associated with regular soft ...More
    February 2, 2012
    Posted in News
  • Polyphenol-Rich Black Tea Lowers Blood Pressure
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    Individuals who drink three cups of black tea a day experience a 10% reduction the prevalence of high blood pressure and a 7% to 10% decrease in their risk for heart disease, according to a study published in the Archives of Internal Medicine. ...More
    January 31, 2012
    Posted in News, Nutraceuticals
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