Effect of a wild blueberry (Vaccinium angustifolium) drink intervention on markers of oxidative stress, inflammation and endothelial function in humans with cardiovascular risk factors

Patrizia Riso, Dorothy Klimis-Zacas, Cristian Del Bo', Daniela Martini, Jonica Campolo, Stefano Vendrame, Peter Møller, Steffen Loft, Renata De Maria, Marisa Porrini

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Abstract

Wild blueberries (WB) (Vaccinium angustifolium) are rich sources of polyphenols, such as flavonols, phenolic acids and anthocyanins (ACNs), reported to decrease the risk of cardiovascular and degenerative diseases. This study investigated the effect of regular consumption of a WB or a placebo (PL) drink on markers of oxidative stress, inflammation and endothelial function in subjects with risk factors for cardiovascular disease.
Original languageEnglish
JournalEuropean Journal of Nutrition
Volume52
Issue number3
Pages (from-to)949-61
Number of pages13
ISSN1436-6207
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - Apr 2013

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