Hypertension and impaired cardiovascular function are among the most significant public health concerns today. This has heightened interest in dietary interventions that can effectively manage these risk factors, particularly among athletes and health-conscious individuals.
A randomized controlled trial conducted in China in 2019 explored the impact of whey protein supplementation on cardiovascular health. In this study, 65 participants were divided into two groups to receive either 30 grams of whey protein or maltodextrin daily for 12 weeks. Key cardiac health parameters—including blood pressure, body composition, and plasma biochemical indices—were assessed over the course of the study.
The findings demonstrated that whey protein supplementation significantly reduced systolic blood pressure in adults and improved vascular function. Notably, these beneficial effects were more pronounced in overweight and obese individuals. The improvement in vascular health is believed to be linked to reductions in vascular fat accumulation and enhanced metabolic status associated with whey protein intake.
Conclusion:
Incorporating whey protein into the daily diet may offer an effective approach for managing blood pressure and reducing the risk of vascular complications, especially for those at higher cardiovascular risk.
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Reference:
Yang, Jing, et al. “Effect of whey protein on blood pressure in pre‐and mildly hypertensive adults: A randomized controlled study.” Food Science & Nutrition 7.5 (2019): 1857-1864.
