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these have all been found to help keep your numbers level: Beetroot researchers at Queen Mary University, London, found that a daily 250ml glass of beetroot juice lowers blood pressure levels, thanks to its dietary nitrate. Dark chocoLate a joint study in Italy and switzerland confirmed that flavonoids in cocoa products (at least 70%) boost blood flow and circulation. oILy fIsh It contains the specific omega-3 fatty acid Dha, shown to lower blood pressure by reducing inflammation in the body. hIBIscUs tea “hibiscus may help lower blood pressure by stopping blood vessels to narrow,” says Donia hilal, a nutritionist at holland & Barrett. offaL Liver, kidneys and heart contain high levels of coQ10, a powerful antioxidant that helps improve elasticity of artery walls. w&h