Chances are, we all know someone who has been affected by heart disease or stroke. According to the American Heart Association, 2,300 Americans die of cardiovascular disease each day, an average of 1 death every 38 seconds.

 

Nearly half of Americans have high blood pressure, according to new guidelines from the American Heart Association and the American College of Cardiology. The new guidelines lower the threshold for what is considered normal blood pressure.  The result is about 14% more U.S. adults have high blood pressure, or hypertension, than previously thought – and are now likely wondering how to lower their blood pressure.

 

High blood pressure can be caused by lifestyle factors or by genetics, or a combination of the two. It can be dangerous if left untreated, raising your risk for heart attack or stroke.

 

Making simple lifestyle changes may help reduce or eliminate your need for medical intervention to treat high blood pressure.  Adding one glass of beet juice a day is enough to reduce blood pressure as much as 7%, which is equivalent to medication. This happens because beet juice contains high levels of dietary nitrate (NO3), which the body converts into nitrite (NO2) and nitric oxide (NO). In the human body, NO relaxes and dilates blood vessels, aiding blood flow.

 

To read more about the benefits of Biotta Juices, check out our website.

While most people think of cherries as a summer-time treat, National Cherry Month serves to remind you that cherries can be enjoyed any time of year in different forms!

Many people turn to tart cherry juice for some of their health needs, due to its rich supply of antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds. The numerous health benefits of tart cherry juice include stimulating circulation, aiding sleep, supporting heart health, speeding the healing process, reducing inflammation and helping to control gout.

Try incorporating Biotta juices into your daily plan and check out our recipes to get creative in order to keep meals interesting.