Health and Nutrition Letter

Getting More Protein from Plants May Lower Blood Pressure
More Reasons to Eat Your Fruits & Vegetables

April 2006

Abstract

People who consume regular daily portions of vegetables, whole grains and fruit tend to have healthier blood pressure levels than their more carnivorous peers, according to a new British study. The findings bolster recommendations that adults eat more plant-based foods for the sake of their cardiovascular health.

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