High blood pressure is the 3rd leading cause of disability and has reached epidemic status globally. The American Heart Association states that "high blood pressure is a silent killer that directly increases the risk of coronary heart disease and stroke.” This Logan study has done a great job in showing us how daily, dietary changes can make a significant difference in lowering high blood pressure.

A study published in the Journal of the American Dietary Association announced, “The Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH) diet substantially lowers blood pressure and reduces blood lipid levels. The health benefits of the DASH diet are partially attributable to the phytochemicals and might extend beyond cardiovascular disease risk reduction.”

The DASH study had established that a diet emphasizing fruits, vegetables, whole grains, poultry, fish and low fat dairy products can reduce systolic blood pressure by an average of 5.5 mmHg and diastolic blood pressure by 3mmHg. The Logan research study was designed to study the effects of a green, phytonutrient-rich fruit and vegetable powder mix on cardiovascular health. It was observed that taking the green vegetable drink for 90 days significantly reduced blood pressure as stated above.

This study strongly supports the thought that phytonutrients in fruits and vegetables are a major factor in reducing blood pressure. It also reinforces the hypothesis that the benefit is much stronger when the phytonutrition of multiple fruits and veggies are consumed together rather than individually.

There are many different “veggie” drinks out there to be consumed, and I’m sure all of them have numerous health benefits. I, personally, take Dr. Greens (only sold by health care professionals), and I advise this green drink to my patients as well. I can tell you from experience that it has very positively influenced their energy levels, skin health, weight loss, intestinal health and overall well being.

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About the Doctor: Dr. Kelly Minicucci

Dr. Minicucci is a graduate of Logan Chiropractic College in St. Louis, Missouri. In addition to her Doctor of Chiropractic degree, she holds a Bachelor of Science degree from Virginia Tech. Dr. Minicucci is studying to become a Fellow and a Diplomate in the International Academy of Medical Acupuncture later on this summer.

Dr. Minicucci has her own practice, Total Health Concepts, located 1 block south of Chatfield on Kipling, and will offer availability on Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays. The clinic offers massage therapy, Acupuncture with ElectroMagnetic Imaging diagnosis, Ear Candling, Reiki and Essential oils.

Dr. Minicucci is an avid outdoor enthusiast, with interests such as horseback riding, biking and skiing. She has taught various aerobics classes over the past 8 years and loves to both work out and motivate others.

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We offer ElectroMagnetic Imaging for accurate acupuncture diagnosis, Chiropractic, Acupuncture, Massage, Reiki, Raindrop Therapy (essential oils) and Ear Candling
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