New Findings from University of Burgos in the Area of Biology and Life Sciences Described (Effects of a Functional Product Derived from Beet Molasses Vinasse on Blood Pressure and Endothelial Function in Hypertensive Rats).

A recent study conducted at the University of Burgos in Spain investigated the effects of a functional product derived from beet molasses vinasse on blood pressure and endothelial function in hypertensive rats. The researchers identified and quantified fifteen potential bioactive compounds in the product and found that the blood pressure values remained stable in the group of rats that received the product, while it increased in the control group. The ingestion of the vinasse-derived product led to decreased ACE mRNA levels and higher SOD2 and eNOS gene expression, resulting in an increased antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and vasodilatory response. The study suggests that the intake of vinasse-derived products could potentially mitigate hypertension and associated endothelial dysfunction. [Extracted from the article]