Vegetarian diet reduces blood pressure. This was the conclusion of an article which was published in JAMA (Journal of the American Medical Association). After reviewing the results of previous studies regarding vegetarian diet, the authors found that vegetarians have lower blood pressure than those who consume meat.
The fall of blood pressure is considered to be achieved by two different mechanisms. The increased content of potassium and low content of fat lead to a quick reduction of blood pressure. vegetables In the long term, blood pressure is also reduced due to weight loss.
We should also keep in mind the additional benefits of vegetarian diet such as glucose and choletsterol reduction.