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Looks like chicken soup isn't just for the common cold any longer. It could have a new role against high blood pressure, according to Japanese researchers.

Apparently, chicken breasts has collagen proteins which has similar effects to ACE inhibitors - the main medications for the treatment of high blood pressure (hypertension).

But since the collagen proteins are only available in small amounts, chicken soup can only be used alongside medication.

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