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Maternal DHA Intake May Offset High Blood Pressure Risk in Overweight or Obese Children

The study presents further evidence that omega-3 DHA during pregnancy offers benefits for offspring. A new study published in the JAMA Network Open journal suggests supplementation with omega-3 docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) during pregnancy could lead to lower blood pressure in childhood for offspring. A prespecified secondary analysis of the Kansas University DHA Outcome Study (KUDOS)—a […]

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Gut-brain boost: Kefir could lower hypertension, study finds

Fermented probiotic milk drink, kefir, may have a positive effect on blood pressure by prompting communication between the gut and the brain. The drink, known to help maintain the balance of beneficial bacteria in the digestive system, was at the heart of the rodent study conducted by a research team from the Auburn University in […]