Omega-3 Derived from Algae Can Lower Blood Pressure

This post was written by SuperFoodie on May 14, 2009
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Omega-3 Derived from Algae Can Lower Blood Pressure

Researchers at King’s College London have found that small amounts of DHA, derived from algae, can lower diastolic blood pressure. A lower blood pressure can diminish the risk of cardiovascular disease.
Healthy middle-aged individuals were given docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) or placebo for three months. After a following break for four months, the participants were again given …more »

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