Open AccessFlaxseed Consumption May Reduce Blood Pressure: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Controlled Trials
Author(s) -
Saman Khalesi,
Christopher Irwin,
Matthew M. Schubert
Publication year - 2015
Publication title -
journal of nutrition
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
eISSN - 1541-6100
pISSN - 0022-3166
DOI - 10.3945/jn.114.205302
Subject(s) - blood pressure , medicine , placebo , meta analysis , subgroup analysis , alternative medicine , pathology
High blood pressure is a major health burden positively associated with the risk of cardiovascular disease and other chronic diseases. Flaxseed is a rich dietary source of α-linolenic acid, lignans, and fiber, with a number of positive health benefits on blood pressure.
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