This input came from Dutch scientists from three research institutions (national Institute of public health and environment, University Medical center Utrecht and the Hague University of applied Sciences) on the basis of extensive research on the impact of drinking fruit juice on the cardiovascular system.
The study involved 34 560 (26.0% of men and 74.0% of women) aged 20 to 69 years. For 14 years, scientists have studied the diet of each participant and the influence of regular consumption of fruit juices on cardiovascular system. The results of the study, the researchers recorded a reduction in the risk of cardiovascular disease, stroke, and coronary heart disease in participants who consumed fruit juices in the amount of up to 7 glasses a week.
According to Russian Union of juice producers, many of which are fruit juices have a number of antioxidants that are beneficial to the state of the heart and vessels. In addition, it was found that in some species the juice after pasteurization the level of antioxidants increases, and the level of vitamins and minerals is comparable to fresh fruit and vegetables. The world health organization (who) recommends daily use of one Cup of fruit or vegetable juice as a substitution for one of the five servings of vegetables a day.
About the Union
Non-profit organization "Russian Union of juice producers" (RSPS) was established on 5 October 1999 to facilitate the development of a civilized market of juice products in Russia, more than 88 percent of the total volume which is made by the enterprises-members of the Union.
Russian Union of juice producers conducts regular comprehensive studies of juice products presented on the Russian market. The Union gathered a significant amount of data on physico-chemical composition of juice, juice is being studied as part of the diet.
EPCA is actively cooperating with Russian research organisations of Russian Academy of medical Sciences and epidemiology, the leading analytical laboratories in Russia and Europe, international organizations. Knowledge and experience allow the Union to participate in educational activities in the field of healthy lifestyle of the citizens of Russia.
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