These Simple Plant Foods Are Linked to Lower Blood Pressure

A pooled analysis of 12 prospective studies found higher legume intake was linked to a 16% lower risk of high blood pressure.

Higher soy intake was associated with a 19% lower hypertension risk, suggesting both foods may help support healthy blood pressure.

The strongest benefit appeared around 170 g of legumes per day and 60–80 g of soy foods per day.

The findings point to a simple, accessible diet change that could help reduce a major global public health problem.