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Clin Nutr Res July 2015 PMID 26251834

Effect of Spinach, a High Dietary Nitrate Source, on Arterial Stiffness and Related Hemodynamic Measures: A Randomized, Controlled Trial in Healthy Adults.

Elena Jovanovski, Laura Bosco, Kashif Khan, Fei Au-Yeung, Hoang Ho, Andreea Zurbau, Alexandra L Jenkins, Vladimir Vuksan

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Several discussions emphasize the relevance of dietary nitrates, with words like 'significant' and 'promising' conveying the perceived importance of the findings. Participants reference the measured outcomes, such as reductions in arterial stiffness, and consider the broader health implications, demonstrating a moderate level of depth and impact in the conversations.

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Most discussions agree that the study presents promising evidence about the cardiovascular benefits of spinach consumption, with many highlighting the positive findings on arterial stiffness and blood pressure.

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Participants show moderate interest, with some expressing curiosity about practical dietary implications, though not overwhelmingly passionate.

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Comments often reference specific parts of the study, such as duration effects and nitrate levels, indicating a reasonable level of engagement and detailed discussion.

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The discussions suggest a recognition of potential health impacts, with some perceiving the research as influential for dietary recommendations.

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  • The study investigated whether consuming high-nitrate spinach (845 mg nitrates/day) could reduce arterial stiffness and lower blood pressure in healthy adults, compared to low-nitrate asparagus soup (0.6 mg nitrates/day).
  • Results showed that eating high-nitrate spinach decreased the augmentation index (a measure of arterial stiffness) and lowered both central and brachial blood pressures after 7 days, with effects lasting up to 180 minutes post-eating, indicating potential cardiovascular benefits.
  • The findings suggest that dietary nitrates from spinach may improve vascular function and blood pressure without developing tolerance over a week, highlighting spinach's role in healthy diets for managing elevated blood pressure.]
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Title: Effect of Spinach, a High Dietary Nitrate Source, on Arterial Stiffness and Related Hemodynamic Measures: A Randomized, Controlled Trial in Healthy Adults DOI: https://t.co/aZsfcByRFR --- Summary: This randomized, controlled, single-blind crossover study investigated https://t.co/MD8odoRBRE https://t.co/GEddKuN8DL

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Javed Alam
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Title: Effect of Spinach, a High Dietary Nitrate Source, on Arterial Stiffness and Related Hemodynamic Measures: A Randomized, Controlled Trial in Healthy Adults DOI: https://t.co/aZsfcByRFR --- Summary: This randomized, controlled, single-blind crossover study investigated https://t.co/MD8odoRBRE https://t.co/GEddKuN8DL

Apr 14, 2025 · 1 like · 1,009 followers View post →