Curr Hypertens Rep July 2018 PMID 30006901

The Effects of Oral Taurine on Resting Blood Pressure in Humans: a Meta-Analysis.

Mark Waldron, Stephen David Patterson, Jamie Tallent, Owen Jeffries

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Peak: 3 in Jun 2020
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What people are saying

Discussions express moderate support and interest, referencing earlier studies and emphasizing the potential health benefits of taurine, as seen in posts mentioning its relaxed effects on arteries and its role in reducing blood pressure. The tone indicates curiosity and recognition of the research's importance, but without strong disagreement or calls for immediate action.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions highlight support for the study's findings, referencing prior meta-analyses and studies that show taurine's potential to lower blood pressure, indicating a generally positive reception.

InterestModerate interest

The posts reflect a moderate interest, with mentions of the relevance of taurine supplementation and connections to ongoing research, but not deeply exploring the details.

EngagementModerate engagement

There is some analytical engagement, such as recalling previous studies and suggesting further research is necessary, showing users are considering implications but not deeply debating or challenging the findings.

ImpactNeutral impact

The discussions acknowledge the significance of the research for health and therapy, but there is no indication that these posts believe it will cause immediate or widespread change.

Abstract in brief

  • This meta-analysis examined the impact of oral taurine supplementation on resting blood pressure (both systolic and diastolic) in humans, based on seven studies with 103 participants, and found that taurine significantly lowers blood pressure by about 3mmHg without causing adverse side effects.
  • The evidence suggests that taurine deficiency may be linked to hypertension and that taking taurine supplements could be a useful therapy to reduce high blood pressure, though more research is needed to determine the best doses and duration.
  • Overall, the findings indicate that taurine could be a safe and effective way to help manage blood pressure, but further studies are necessary to better understand its effects and optimize its use.]

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Sylvie Gélinet
@SylvieGelinet · X

which led to studies that oral taurine rested blood pressure in humans, relaxing human radial artery (Continued) https://t.co/9L43uvDtXY https://t.co/ZUTrv7HXUt

Jun 28, 2020 · 1 like · 1 share · 2,295 followers View post →
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@AmunRAGodSun1 · X

RT @SylvieGelinet: which led to studies that oral taurine rested blood pressure in humans, relaxing human radial artery (Continued) https:/…

Jun 29, 2020 · 1 share · 2,996 followers View post →
Sylvie Gélinet
@SylvieGelinet · X

which led to studies that oral taurine rested blood pressure in humans, relaxing human radial artery (Continued) https://t.co/9L43uvDtXY https://t.co/ZUTrv7HXUt

Jun 28, 2020 · 2,295 followers View post →
Steve Brecher
@SteveBrecher · X

@NutritionMadeS3 (Yesterday I asked that you put taurine supplementation in your queue of questions.) 2018 meta-analysis: “suggest[s] that ingestion of taurine at the stated doses and supplementation periods can reduce blood pressure” — https://t.co/7jAFXVUX2G

Dec 20, 2022 · 886 followers View post →

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Steve Brecher
@SteveBrecher · X

@NutritionMadeS3 (Yesterday I asked that you put taurine supplementation in your queue of questions.) 2018 meta-analysis: “suggest[s] that ingestion of taurine at the stated doses and supplementation periods can reduce blood pressure” — https://t.co/7jAFXVUX2G

Dec 20, 2022 · 886 followers View post →
☥čŘƏåţôř-RÅ™ ~☥
@AmunRAGodSun1 · X

RT @SylvieGelinet: which led to studies that oral taurine rested blood pressure in humans, relaxing human radial artery (Continued) https:/…

Jun 29, 2020 · 1 share · 2,996 followers View post →
Sylvie Gélinet
@SylvieGelinet · X

which led to studies that oral taurine rested blood pressure in humans, relaxing human radial artery (Continued) https://t.co/9L43uvDtXY https://t.co/ZUTrv7HXUt

Jun 28, 2020 · 1 like · 1 share · 2,295 followers View post →
Sylvie Gélinet
@SylvieGelinet · X

which led to studies that oral taurine rested blood pressure in humans, relaxing human radial artery (Continued) https://t.co/9L43uvDtXY https://t.co/ZUTrv7HXUt

Jun 28, 2020 · 2,295 followers View post →