What are the main ingredients in Bazopril?
Each Bazopril serving comprises a 620mg-proprietary blend of:
Hawthorn (Leaf & Fruit): Hawthorn is a berry that grows on trees and shrubs belonging to the Crataegus genus. These berries are high in nutrients that remedy digestion issues, heart problems, and high blood pressure. The hawthorn can be used in its whole, as its leaves and fruits contain health-friendly compounds. Its antioxidant nature may also protect and prevent kidney damage caused by toxins. A study conducted on diabetic rats showed that hawthorn extract lowered cell damage in the kidneys by reducing inflammation.
Regarding its impact on heart health, one source highlighted two main substances: flavonoids and oligomeric procyanidins. In particular, the rhynchophylline alkaloid is trusted to prevent strokes and reduce the risk of heart attack by lowering blood pressure, increasing circulation, and preventing plaque formation on arterial walls and blood clot formation in the brain, heart, and arteries. Another point worth highlighting is its hypotensive activity, which has been linked to vasorelaxation, thereby boosting nitric oxide availability.
Garlic (Bulb): Garlic is a plant in the onion family, scientifically known as allium. It is a popular element used in cuisines worldwide due to its potent fragrance and taste. Most people don't know that garlic is widely used for its health and medicinal effects. Garlic antibacterial properties make it a viable ingredient to treat kidney infections, whereas its antioxidant properties are trusted to fight free radicals, consequently protecting the kidneys. According to a study conducted in 2021, garlic might reduce inflammation in people with CKD. In the context of heart health, this ingredient has been repeatedly shown to increase nitric oxide production, which relaxes the muscles and promotes vasodilation. The latter might only hold true in people with increased systolic pressure.
Olive Leaf: Olive leaf refers to the leaves of an olive plant. It comprises an active ingredient called oleuropein, known for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. A 2017 study found that taking olive leaf extract may lower blood pressure. Another study linked its antioxidant properties to a reduction in structural changes in kidney tissue.
Hibiscus Flower: Hibiscus, known as hibiscus sabdariffa, is a plant used for centuries both decoratively and medicinally. Precisely, individuals can find this ingredient in the form of extracts, teas, and supplements. Traditionally, hibiscus has been used to treat liver problems and high blood pressure. The latter stems from its rich source of antioxidants, which are reckoned to restore blood pressure levels and relaxation in blood vessels, damaged kidneys, and their overall functioning.
Buchu Leaf: Buchu is a small, green, woody plant primarily found in western South Africa. It is widely known for its natural anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties. The leaf of this particular plant contains potent compounds used to treat urinary issues, inflammations, and irritation of the bladder. Its anti-inflammatory properties have been demonstrated to increase water flow through the kidneys for maximum detoxification. Interestingly, ingesting buchu might also lower and stabilize initial rises in blood pressure as well.
Uva Ursi Leaf: Uva Ursi is an herbal extract from bearberry leaves, a small shrub originally found in North America. It is a long-known staple in Native American medicine as a treatment for urinary tract infections, painful urination, and kidney stones. This particular ingredients abundant arbutin source supposedly promotes urinary tract benefits. Once absorbed, arbutin is converted to hydroquinone and passes through the kidneys, relieving pain and inflammation.
Juniper Berry: Juniper berries are seed cones from the juniper tree, also known as Juniperus communis, grown in North America, Europe, and Asia.. Used in culinary and medicinal spaces, this respective berry is liked for its diuretic activity, which increases the flow of urine, and ultimately cleanses the body of excess fluids while restoring the kidneys. It is one of the few ingredients to comprise a significant concentration of vitamin C, which is essential for immune health, collagen synthesis, and blood vessel function (not to mention its role in eradicating free radicals).
Green Tea: Green tea is made from the Camellia sinensis plant leaves, traditionally used in China and Japan. It contains naturally occurring nutrients and antioxidants that can help the body eliminate free radicals. Its antioxidant nature is beneficial in reducing inflammation and oxidative stress, two major factors influencing CKD.