stophypertensio
10-25-2008, 02:33 AM
Is it really that strong enough to mimic a prescription ACE Inhibitor? Also did you have any success with taking the product? How much lower did your BP go?
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tamuprof45
10-31-2008, 01:55 PM
No data if it is as strong as an ACE inhibitor...the product claims to not have side effects like a real ACE inhibitor, so it probably is not as strong. The product is based on C-12 peptides derived from dairy products. Research and trials on the effectiveness are still ongoing; interest in this substance really began around 2006.
Small sample double-blind studies showed BP reductions with 200-400 mg in the range of 4.5 mm systolic and 6.5 mm diastolic (averaging studies). The effect appeared to develop over 4 weeks, and last for 2 additional weeks when supplements were halted.
Two obvious caveats: (1) the studies were small involving roughly 2 dozen participants, and (2) the reductions are not especially great.
Of course ANY reduction is good!!! For myself, I have been using the product for several years in conjunction with other supplements and (to the extent I can) the DASH diet and exercise. In short, doing everything right! Time will tell if drugs will be needed.
In my case because I combine approaches, I do not know if Twin Lab's product works by itself. But it appears safe, so you may wish to give it a try for 2-3 weeks and see if there is any measureable drop.
Good luck, and please report back to us what you find!
tamuprof45
Small sample double-blind studies showed BP reductions with 200-400 mg in the range of 4.5 mm systolic and 6.5 mm diastolic (averaging studies). The effect appeared to develop over 4 weeks, and last for 2 additional weeks when supplements were halted.
Two obvious caveats: (1) the studies were small involving roughly 2 dozen participants, and (2) the reductions are not especially great.
Of course ANY reduction is good!!! For myself, I have been using the product for several years in conjunction with other supplements and (to the extent I can) the DASH diet and exercise. In short, doing everything right! Time will tell if drugs will be needed.
In my case because I combine approaches, I do not know if Twin Lab's product works by itself. But it appears safe, so you may wish to give it a try for 2-3 weeks and see if there is any measureable drop.
Good luck, and please report back to us what you find!
tamuprof45