Does Cocoa Powder Help With Blood Pressure?
May reduce hypertension risk in older adults who already have normal blood pressure.
Moderate EvidenceEvidence Summary
May reduce hypertension risk in older adults who already have normal blood pressure.
Effective Dose
500 mg/day cocoa flavanols
Supporting Studies
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