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Can more protein help treat hypertension?

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  11 September 2013

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In a nutshell

Observational evidence suggests higher protein intake may lower BP in hypertension.

There is also some RCT data supporting this, but not enough to warrant a ‘protein prescription’ for hypertensive patients. Holistic dietary approaches which include good quality protein along with less saturated fat seem a better way to go.

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Arbor Clinical Nutrition Updates , Volume 268 , January 2007 , pp. 1 - 3
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Copyright © Cambridge University Press 2007

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