Researchers have found that those who regularly enjoy the popular breakfast drink have significantly higher blood pressure than those who only have it occasionally.
Scientists found people who had a daily glass of juice had significantly higher central blood pressure. This is pressure in the aorta, the large artery into which the heart pumps oxygen-rich blood to spread around the body.
High central blood pressure can increase the risk of problems such as a heart attack or angina.
Lead author of the study, Dr Matthew Pase, from the Swinburne University of Technology in Hawthorn, Victoria, in Australia, said: “The findings suggest the daily use of fruit juice may increase central blood pressures, which are known to be associated with cardiovascular disease risk and cognitive impairment – problems with mental functioning.
Lead author of the study, Dr Matthew Pase, from the Swinburne University of Technology in Hawthorn, Victoria, in Australia, said: “The findings suggest the daily use of fruit juice may increase central blood pressures, which are known to be associated with cardiovascular disease risk and cognitive impairment – problems with mental functioning.
"These findings are important because there is a common perception that fruit juice is healthy.
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