Coronary artery spasms can be avoided with ferulic acid.
A study published in the Journal of Pharmacological Sciences showed that ferulic acid in rice, coffee, and some vegetables helps prevent coronary artery spasms. Plant cell walls contain a significant amount of ferulic acid, which is known for its antioxidant, blood-sugar-lowering, and cholesterol-lowering properties.
Plants utilize ferulic acid to enhance their use of water and nutrients and inhibit nearby plants’ germination and growth. Ferulic acid is recognized for preventing calcium from entering muscle cells in the human body by blocking L-type calcium channels. Using pig coronary arteries, which closely resemble human heart arteries, the research team discovered that ferulic acid can reduce arterial constriction.
The research team identified two primary mechanisms through which ferulic acid prevents arterial constriction.
According to the researchers, ferulic acid typically blocks calcium channels that lead to arterial constriction. Even in its absence, it prevents arterial constriction by inhibiting the activation of proteins essential for muscle contraction. Because ferulic acid is a plant-based product and its safety has been somewhat established, the researchers concluded that it has potential as an ingredient in health foods or as a basis for medications to treat heart disease.
Experts note that there are no extensive studies on humans and that most research on ferulic acid has been conducted through animal or cell experiments.
They also emphasized the need for further research, stating that insufficient information is available on the optimal dosage for oral ferulic acid use.
