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Eur J Nutr August 2023 PMID 37106252

Fruit and vegetable consumption and the risk of hypertension: a systematic review and meta-analysis of prospective studies.

Helga Madsen, Abhijit Sen, Dagfinn Aune

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The collection of discussions uses positive language like 'help to lower blood pressure' and mentions specific fruit types such as apples, pears, and blueberries, emphasizing their association with hypertension reduction. Some comments highlight the need for further research or critique the quality of nutrition studies, which indicates a mix of support and cautious engagement. Overall, the tone shows a recognition of the publication's importance but limited deep analysis, aligning with moderate agreement and interest levels.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions acknowledge the study's conclusion that higher fruit and vegetable intake is linked to lower hypertension risk, though some mention mixed results for specific items, indicating general support with some nuanced views.

InterestHigh interest

Posts demonstrate moderate to high interest, with mentions of specific health benefits, particular fruits and vegetables, and references to clinical details, reflecting curiosity and relevance to health management.

EngagementModerate engagement

Several posts briefly summarize the findings or question quality concerns of nutrition studies, but few delve into detailed methodological analysis or broader implications, indicating surface-level engagement.

ImpactModerate impact

The discussions suggest the publication influences health and dietary choices, but they do not emphasize its transformative impact on scientific understanding or public health policy, hence a moderate score.

Abstract in brief

  • A systematic review and meta-analysis found that eating more fruits and vegetables is generally linked to a lower risk of developing hypertension, especially up to 800g/day for fruits and vegetables and 550g/day for just fruits.
  • The strongest evidence showed that consuming specific types like apples, pears, blueberries, grapes, avocado, broccoli, carrots, and lettuce was associated with reduced hypertension risk, whereas some others like cantaloupe, Brussels sprouts, and fried potatoes were linked to increased risk.
  • Overall, the study suggests that a higher intake of fruits and vegetables can probably reduce hypertension risk, but more research is needed to understand which specific types are most beneficial.]
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Lukas Schwingshackl
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Fruit and vegetable consumption and the risk of hypertension: a systematic review and meta-analysis of prospective studies "A high intake of fruit and vegetables combined, and total fruit was associated with reduced risk of hypertension" https://t.co/1qp083LUzX https://t.co/QDuybGasVF

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_MCRicardo_
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Fruit (F) & vegetable (V) consumption & the risk of hypertension (RoH)

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Keith Littlewood
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Nutrition studies and use of questionnaires are generally poor quality but this recent meta suggests that fruit intake has a better association with hypertension than vegetables. And to me, that makes a lot of sense. https://t.co/sb93kucgMy

May 16, 2023 · 7 likes · 5,998 followers View post →
Gregory Miller, Ph.D.
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Not very impressive: RR (95% CI) of hypertension per 200 g/day was 0.97 https://t.co/1YJ4Wfonru

May 8, 2023 · 3 likes · 10,739 followers View post →
Dr. Eddie Ramirez
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European Journal of Nutrition: systematic review and meta-analysis: intakes that reduce the risk of hypertension: *High intake of fruit & vegetables combined *High total fruit intake (but not total vegetable intake) Journal: https://t.co/uxaof6HEKW @ToshiyukiHorie

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Nutrición Colombia
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Fruit and vegetable consumption and the risk of hypertension: a systematic review and meta-analysis of prospective studies https://t.co/Ga2d7SSy9T

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In #cardiac #Health How #food #fruit and #herbs help to lower #bloodpressure and #Hypertension @_GezondVerstand @health https://t.co/ysgXPvuX2s

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This study published in the European Journal of Nutrition concluded that a high intake of fruit and vegetables was associated with reduced risk of hypertension, while results for specific fruit and vegetables were mixed and need further study. https://t.co/QYZ3pCgAHC

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_MCRicardo_
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Fruit (F) & vegetable (V) consumption & the risk of hypertension (RoH)

May 28, 2023 · 17 likes · 5 shares · 2,119 followers View post →
Keith Littlewood
@BalancedBM · X

Nutrition studies and use of questionnaires are generally poor quality but this recent meta suggests that fruit intake has a better association with hypertension than vegetables. And to me, that makes a lot of sense. https://t.co/sb93kucgMy

May 16, 2023 · 7 likes · 5,998 followers View post →
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Gregory Miller, Ph.D.
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Not very impressive: RR (95% CI) of hypertension per 200 g/day was 0.97 https://t.co/1YJ4Wfonru

May 8, 2023 · 3 likes · 10,739 followers View post →
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Dr. Eddie Ramirez
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European Journal of Nutrition: systematic review and meta-analysis: intakes that reduce the risk of hypertension: *High intake of fruit & vegetables combined *High total fruit intake (but not total vegetable intake) Journal: https://t.co/uxaof6HEKW @ToshiyukiHorie

Apr 30, 2023 · 2 likes · 4,831 followers View post →
DocGeriatra
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Aumenta el consumo de frutas y verduras para prevenir la #hipertensión (manzanas, peras, aguacate, arándanos, pasas o uvas, brócoli, zanahorias, lechuga y cebollas) 365 ideas para un #EnvejecimientoSaludable https://t.co/N5Xcpe5MiE

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Fruit and vegetable consumption and the risk of hypertension: a systematic review and meta-analysis of prospective studies (open access) https://t.co/6T7PFxB65M #nutrition #diet #fruits #vegetables

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Fruit and vegetable consumption and the risk of hypertension: a systematic review and meta-analysis of prospective studies https://t.co/Ga2d7SSy9T

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Fruit and vegetable consumption and the risk of hypertension: a systematic review and meta-analysis of prospective studies "A high intake of fruit and vegetables combined, and total fruit was associated with reduced risk of hypertension" https://t.co/1qp083LUzX https://t.co/QDuybGasVF

Apr 28, 2023 · 39 likes · 10 shares · 1,509 followers View post →