Cocoa drink may shield aging arteries from sitting too long

NCT ID NCT07265869

First seen Jan 11, 2026 · Last updated May 06, 2026 · Updated 19 times

Summary

This study looked at whether a cocoa drink rich in flavanols can protect blood vessel function and blood pressure in healthy older adults who sit for long periods. Twenty participants aged 65 and older drank either a high-flavanol or low-flavanol cocoa before sitting for 2 hours. Researchers measured artery dilation and blood pressure to see if the flavanols helped prevent the usual decline from prolonged sitting.

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Locations

  • School of Sport, Exercise & Rehabilitation Sciences, University of Birmingham

    Birmingham, West Midlands, B15 2TT, United Kingdom

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