Named the drink #1 for lowering blood pressure

High blood pressure (hypertension) occurs when blood exerts excessive pressure on vessel walls, which can lead to damage to blood vessels and internal organs. Dietary control plays an important role in normalizing blood pressure.

Green tea is recognized as the leader in fighting hypertension among all tea beverages, reports dietitian Krista Brown in the pages of EatingWell magazine. This particular type of tea has the most solid scientific foundation confirming its beneficial effects on blood pressure.

A meta-analysis of studies shows impressive results: systematic consumption of green tea helps reduce systolic pressure by 3 mm Hg and diastolic pressure by 1 mm Hg. The secret of its effectiveness lies in the rich content of catechins - powerful antioxidants that dilate blood vessels, reduce inflammatory processes, and significantly improve endothelial function.

An additional advantage of green tea is its moderate caffeine content, which can temporarily enhance blood flow, beneficially affecting the cardiovascular system.

An important warning for lovers of sweet tea: avoid excessive addition of sugar, as its excess can negate all the beneficial properties of the beverage and even provoke an increase in blood pressure.