Beetroot juice

Studied for: Hypertension

Hypertension

What the research found

Has the most antihypertensive evidence among foods, with consistent BP-lowering effects across multiple RCTs and meta-analyses Efficacy: to lower Bp by 4-8 mmHg

Dose used in studies

250-500 ml juice

Side effects reported

low blood pressure (hypotension), and risk of kidney stones from high oxalate content

References

Not yet listed

Not medical advice

Trials are run on specific people, for specific reasons, over a set period. Your medications, conditions and bloodwork can change what is safe for you. Ask a doctor or pharmacist before starting.