Flaxseed- good for BP:

Adding flaxseed to the diets of patients resulted in large drops in blood pressure (BP) of around 10 mm Hg systolic and 7 mm Hg diastolic after six months, according to the results of a double-blind, placebo-controlled study presented at the recent American Heart Association 2012 Scientific Sessions.

Out of 110 patients, 58 were given milled flaxseed (30 g/day) in the form of bagels, muffins, and buns and the other 52 were given placebo products made from wheat with a similar flavor, for one year.

At 6 monthes, there was important decrease in SBP and DBP using flaxseed compared with placebo.

Flaxseed may reduce circulating cholesterol and trans-fatty acid levels. Also it has different components, including alpha-linolenic acid, enterolignans, and fiber, and all have been shown to decrease BP. Additionally it has antiatherogenic, anti-inflammatory, and antiarrhythmic effects.

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