Whole wheat and wheat bran foods are abundant dietary sources of insoluble fiber. A recent study was done that concluded : “higher intakes of fibre, especially insoluble, may contribute to lower BP, independent of nutrients associated with higher intakes of fibre-rich foods.” It is best to find the insoluble fiber in food sources and add soluble fiber from supplementation.
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More Fiber Lowers Blood Pressure
As always,
Be well,
Diane Silverman R.Ph.
Ask The Pharmacist Group, LLC
November 2, 2015
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