People who consume a diet rich in flavanol-heavy food may have lower blood pressure than those who don't.<br />Flavanols are found in foods such as berries, tea, and apples.<br />Researchers studied the diets of more than 25,000 people and compared what they ate with their blood pressure.<br />According to CNN, the researchers found a link between high flavanol intake and lower blood pressure in participants.<br />The number of flavanols in certain foods can vary widely.<br />For example, the amount found in tea ranges from 10 milligrams per 100 grams of tea to 330 milligrams per 100 grams of tea.<br />which is a risk factor for cardiovascular disease. While other studies have found a link between flavanols and health benefits, this study was the first to measure intake of the compounds objectively using biomarkers found in urine.
