Effects of Wild Blueberry Consumption on Gut, Brain, and Cardiovascular Health in Non-Hispanic Black and White Adults With High Blood Pressure
Georgia State University
Summary
The purpose of the study is to determine the effectiveness of wild blueberries on cardiovascular health, cognitive function, and gut microbiota composition in non-Hispanic Black and White adults with elevated blood pressure.
Description
Hypertension (HTN), or high blood pressure (BP) is a major modifiable risk factor for heart disease, the leading cause of death worldwide. In the U.S., 121.5 million adults have high BP and only 25% have their BP under control. The 2022 Heart Disease and Stroke Statistics indicated that the incidence of high BP was higher among non-Hispanic Black (NHB) compared to non-Hispanic White (NHW) adults. Berries are rich in fiber and phytochemicals and have several health benefits. A 14-year follow-up of the Nurses' Health Study I and II and the Health Professional Follow-Up Study revealed a significa…