Effects and mechanisms of probiotics supplement on hypertension.
- 2026-03-02
- Journal of hypertension 44(5)
- Zhe Jiang
- Changlin Zhai
- Chaojie He
- Liang Shen
- Guanmin Tang
- Lijia Xu
- Haojie Yang
- Huilin Hu
- Jungang Han
- PubMed: 41766653
- DOI: 10.1097/hjh.0000000000004258
The global population of individuals suffering from hypertension is estimated to surpass 1.28 billion. Uncontrolled hypertension makes contributions to the development of cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases. Emerging evidence indicates a significant correlation between hypertension and gut microbiota. As an intestinal regulator, which could confer health benefits to the host in adequate amounts, probiotics may become a novel approach to regulating blood pressure without side effects. Therefore, we overview the antihypertensive effects and the potential mechanisms of probiotics supplement on hypertension.
Research Insights
| Supplement | Health Outcome | Effect Type | Effect Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bifidobacterium plantarum | Reduced Blood Pressure | Beneficial | Small |