The Facts:
* Many people with diabetes also have high blood pressure.
* This study looked at whether 1,200mg per day of Hawthorn plant extract affected blood pressure in people with diabetes.
* Results from this British clinical trial showed that Hawthorn did lower blood pressure for these people.
Shaun’s comment: Hypertension (high blood pressure) is a condition affecting a vast number of people (it is very common in people with type 2 diabetes) and if untreated can result in an increased risk of heart disease, kidney disease and stroke.
In this British study Hawthorn extract was found to reduce blood pressure in patients who took the product for 4 months compared to those who took a placebo (dummy drug).
This well-controlled study was performed in nearly 80 patients and shows that Hawthorn extract may well be a useful treatment for hypertension.
Study Reference:
http://rcgp.publisher.ingentaconnect.com/content/rcgp/bjgp/2006/00000056/00000527/art00008
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