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Phenylpropanoids are a diverse class of plant secondary metabolites, including compounds such as cinnamic acid, eugenol, and various flavonoids. These compounds are found in many herbs and foods and have been researched for their potential cardiovascular benefits. Several in vitro and animal studies have shown that phenylpropanoids can exert antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and vasodilatory effects, all of which are relevant to cardiovascular health. For example, some phenylpropanoids inhibit LDL oxidation and platelet aggregation, which are processes involved in atherosclerosis and thrombosis. There is also evidence that certain phenylpropanoids can modulate blood pressure and improve endothelial function.

Clinical evidence in humans is more limited, and most studies have focused on specific phenylpropanoids (such as ferulic acid or eugenol) rather than the class as a whole. Some small clinical trials have demonstrated modest improvements in lipid profiles or blood pressure, but these findings are not yet robust or widely replicated. Overall, while there is a scientific basis for the potential cardiovascular benefits of phenylpropanoids, the evidence is not yet strong enough for unequivocal clinical recommendations, particularly for "phenylpropanoids (unspecified)" as a broad category. More rigorous, large-scale human trials are needed to confirm efficacy and safety.

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