RT Journal Article
SR Electronic
A1 Hoyle, Brian
T1 Antihypertensive and Vascular Benefits of Blueberries in Postmenopausal Women
JF MD Conference Express
YR 2014
FD SAGE Publications
VO 14
IS 5
SP 12
OP 13
DO 10.1177/155989771405004
UL http://mdc.sagepub.com/content/14/5/12.abstract
AB Hypertension (HTN) is a modifiable risk factor for cardiovascular disease, and the causes are multifactorial but are partly due to endothelial dysfunction, which results in decreased vasodilation and increased vasoconstriction. This article discusses the addition of blueberries to diets in order to arterial stiffness and decrease blood pressure.