angiotensin
noun
an·gio·ten·sin
ˌan-jē-ō-ˈten(t)-sən 
: either of two forms of a kinin of which one has marked vasoconstrictive action
also
: a synthetic amide derivative of the physiologically active form used to treat some forms of hypotension
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As a result, high-sodium vegetable juices may reduce the benefits conferred by medications like diuretics, ACE inhibitors, and angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs).
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Julia Ries Wexler, Health, 4 Feb. 2026
There are several medications that can help, including beta-blockers, ACE inhibitors and angiotensin receptor blockers which also help lower blood pressure.
—Allison Aubrey, NPR, 2 Feb. 2026
Disruption of the kidneys’ renin-angiotensin system—named for the hormones involved, which regulate blood pressure—also interferes with insulin signaling.
—Jyoti Madhusoodanan, Scientific American, 16 Dec. 2025
One reason why this effect may happen is because compounds in miso may inhibit angiotensin-converting enzyme (commonly known as ACE) activity, which plays a key role in regulating blood pressure.
—Lauren Manaker, SELF, 18 Nov. 2025
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Julia Ries Wexler, Health, 4 Feb. 2026
There are several medications that can help, including beta-blockers, ACE inhibitors and angiotensin receptor blockers which also help lower blood pressure.
—Allison Aubrey, NPR, 2 Feb. 2026
Disruption of the kidneys’ renin-angiotensin system—named for the hormones involved, which regulate blood pressure—also interferes with insulin signaling.
—Jyoti Madhusoodanan, Scientific American, 16 Dec. 2025
One reason why this effect may happen is because compounds in miso may inhibit angiotensin-converting enzyme (commonly known as ACE) activity, which plays a key role in regulating blood pressure.
—Lauren Manaker, SELF, 18 Nov. 2025
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“Angiotensin.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/angiotensin. Accessed 16 Feb. 2026.
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angiotensin
noun
an·gio·ten·sin
ˌan-jē-ō-ˈten(t)-sən
1
: either of two forms of a kinin of which one has marked physiological activity and the other is its physiologically inactive precursor
especially
: angiotensin ii
2
: a synthetic amide derivative of angiotensin II used to treat some forms of hypotension
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