Q1.
What are dairy peptides and how do they work?
A. Dairy peptides (milk protein) naturally
occur in dairy food. Scientific studies show that they can
actively help to control blood pressure as part of a healthy
diet.
Elevated blood pressure can be caused by
various factors, one of which is a constriction or narrowing
of blood vessels triggered by the hormone angiotensin 11.
In the Angiotensin Converting Reaction, called ‘ACE’,
this can cause blood vessels to constrict, or narrow, effectively
raising blood pressure. Dairy Pepetides from Milk Protein
(Lactotripeptides) act as a natural blocker of this reaction.
When the constriction is inhibited, elevation of blood pressure
can be prevented and kept at healthy levels.
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Q2.
What evidence is there to suggest that dairy peptides effectively
lower blood pressure?
A. Dairy peptides have been evaluated in more
than 20 separate studies which all concluded that the ingredient
is effective in lowering elevated blood pressure. Research
by the British Journal of Nutrition (2005) concluded that
food or drink enriched with dairy peptides could prevent hypertension
in people with above normal blood pressure. |
Q3.
Are dairy peptides effective in water, beverages or soft foods?
A. Yes, dairy
peptides are a water soluble milk protein complex which means
that its solubility characteristics allow it to dissolve in
water, other non~carbonated beverages and soft foods whilst
retaining its full effectiveness. |
Q4.
What other ingredients are in the food supplement?
A. Each 4g sachet
also contains 3.65g of Oligofructose which is a natural source
of soluble fibre. |
Q5.
How many sachets of help: blood pressure do I need to take
every day to help maintain healthy blood pressure?
A. Each 4g sachet
contains 0.38g of dairy peptides. Current clinical research
indicates that consuming 0.75g of dairy peptides each day
will produce blood pressure controlling results in people
with mild hypertension, so you need to consume 2 sachets each
day. |
Q6.
How long do I need to take it to begin to see results?
A. Research indicates that you should consume
0.75g of dairy peptides daily for a minimum of four weeks
and as part of a healthy diet to begin to see the benefits. |
Q7.
Have you carried out your own consumer trials?
A. Works With Water conducted its own consumer
trial of 67 individuals with hypertension last year. Participants
were asked to consume the equivalent of 2 x 4g sachets each
day and record their blood pressure regularly. 89 per cent
recorded a significant reduction in their blood pressure. |
Q8.
How much of a problem is high blood pressure in the UK?
A. According to the Blood Pressure Association
there are 16 million people in the UK living with high blood
pressure (30-40% of all adults), 5.3 million of which are
undiagnosed. High blood pressure can lead to an increased
risk of heart attack, stroke, kidney disease and dementia. |
Q9.
Who can use help: blood pressure?
 A.
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People who are pro-active in their cardiovascular health,
especially due to family history.
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People who have other cardio risk factors and are receiving
diet and lifestyle advice to manage and maintain blood
pressure.
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People who are pre-hypertensive but not yet on blood
pressure medication.
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Q10.
Can help: blood pressure replace drugs that are commonly prescribed
for hypertension?
A. No. It is not
intended as a replacement for any prescription drugs. Anyone
who is concerned that they might have a higher than normal
blood pressure is advised to consult their doctor. |
