date:Jun 06, 2012
The extract, a rich source of the amino acids l-citrulline and l-arginine, was associated with reductions in systolic and diastolic blood pressure in the arm of 15.1 and 7.6 mmHg, respectively, according to results published in theAmerican Journal of Hypertension.
Researchers from Florida State University also report similar reductions in blood pressure measured in the ankle, but no changes were recorded in heart rate.
Led by Arturo Figuero, the researchers note that the potential blood pressu