So finding ways to lower blood pressure and blood fat levels is important to protect your heart. New research published in the Journal of the American Nutrition Association has found another delicious summer fruit that can do just that.
Researchers from the University of California (USA) tested 24 postmenopausal women aged 50 to 70 who were overweight or obese to find out the impact of eating mango on the cardiovascular system.
Mangoes have long been known to have many health benefits, thanks to their richness in antioxidants and fiber.
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Co-author Dr Roberta Holt, from the Department of Nutrition at the University of California, said: “We chose mangoes because they are a nutrient-rich fruit with fibre, antioxidants and bioactive compounds that support heart health. Previous studies have shown that mango consumption has a positive effect on blood pressure and lipid control.
Postmenopausal women are at particular risk for cardiovascular disease and we wanted to see if eating mangoes daily could make a significant difference, added Dr Holt.
Participants were fed 330 grams of mango every day for two weeks, equivalent to one large mango. They also had their blood pressure measured and tests to measure cholesterol and other indicators.
The results found that eating mangoes every day for 2 weeks brought many unexpected benefits, including:
Significant reduction in blood pressure
Researchers found that two hours after eating mango, participants had a reduction of about 6 mmHg in systolic blood pressure and a reduction of 2.3 mmHg in mean arterial blood pressure. This small reduction translates into a lower risk of heart disease and stroke over time, which is encouraging news that eating mangoes daily can significantly support cardiovascular health, explained study author Robert M. Hackman, PhD, of the Department of Nutrition at the University of California, Berkeley.
Eating mangoes every day helps reduce blood pressure
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Reduce bad cholesterol levels
Participants also reduced both total cholesterol and bad cholesterol – by about 13 points. Although the reduction is modest, it can have a positive long-term impact on heart health, said Dr. Roberta Holt. These results after just two weeks of eating mango suggest that this could be a simple way to better control cholesterol, especially in postmenopausal women.
Modulates glucose and insulin response
Additionally, researchers found that mango raised blood sugar levels less and returned them to normal levels more quickly than eating bread.
This is important because spikes or sustained spikes in blood sugar can increase the risk of insulin resistance over time. Mangoes, with their fiber and bioactives, can help slow this response, making them a viable option for blood sugar control, explains Dr. Holt.
Dr. Lauri Wright, director of the nutrition program at the University of South Florida School of Public Health (USA), although not involved in the research, still described this as a "fascinating study".
This study suggests that mangoes, already known for their antioxidants and fiber, may also support vascular health in postmenopausal women.
Dr Lauri concludes that mangoes can be enjoyed as part of a varied, whole foods diet rich in fruits and vegetables.
Source: https://thanhnien.vn/loai-qua-ngon-ngot-khong-ngo-giam-ca-mo-mau-huyet-ap-cao-185250616160345815.htm
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