June 2016 PMID 26600645

Effects of aqueous extract of Hibiscus sabdariffa on the renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system of Nigerians with mild to moderate essential hypertension: A comparative study with lisinopril.

Daniel Chukwu Nwachukwu, Eddy Ikemefuna Aneke, Leonard Fidelis Obika, Nkiru Zuada Nwachukwu

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This study examined how an aqueous extract of Hibiscus sabdariffa (HS) affects key components of the renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system (RAAS) in Nigerians with mild to moderate hypertension, comparing its effects to the known blood pressure medication lisinopril.
Researchers found that both HS and lisinopril significantly lowered plasma aldosterone levels, which helps reduce blood pressure, but neither significantly changed serum ACE or plasma renin activity compared to placebo.
The findings suggest that HS may be as effective as lisinopril in lowering aldosterone levels in hypertensive patients, possibly due to compounds called anthocyanins in the plant, indicating its potential as a natural alternative or supplement for managing hypertension.

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