Category Archives: Blood Pressure

It’s quite possible that no seasoning gets a worse rap than salt. But why? Is it really that much of a risk to your health? I actually feel a bit bad for salt. It gets blamed for high blood pressure and heart attacks and has been vilified for years. What’s scary is that some people ...click here to read more

If you’re suffering from peripheral artery disease and looking for some relief from the painful, limiting condition, then here’s a great one for you. A recent study has shown that a daily cup of hot chocolate can ease pain, improve walking distance, boost blood flow, and enhance muscle health and function. Peripheral artery disease (PAD) ...click here to read more

It’s funny how much we love spending to make us healthier. We’re always on the lookout for foods to eat, supplements to take, and pills to do this, that, and the other. And all of those things can be extremely helpful in making you healthy. But imagine there was one food or supplement that had ...click here to read more

It’s scary to think that your blood pressure readings could be way off. Inaccurate blood pressure readings might mean you’re taking medicine you don’t need. Or worse, you might not be aware of how high your blood pressure really is. Whether you’re at the doctor’s office or the comfort of your own home, preparing for ...click here to read more

Young adults who experience wide swings in blood pressure are more at risk for cardiovascular disease by middle age, according to a new study by Duke Health researchers. Many health care professionals currently only focus on an average blood pressure reading. The study published in JAMA Cardiology has found that the current practice of average ...click here to read more

Most people recognize the 120/80 ratio as one thing: a healthy blood pressure. But should it be the goal for everybody? A blood pressure reading of 120/80 millimeters of mercury (mmHg) means systolic pressure is 120 mmHg and diastolic is 80 mmHg and is considered healthy. Recently, however, the parameters have shifted. The American College ...click here to read more

So maybe you can’t drink from the fountain of youth, but the kettle? That’s a whole different story. More research is showing the anti-aging effects of green tea, and a new study shows regularly consuming the heralded beverage can add time and health to your life. The latest study, published in the European Journal of ...click here to read more

When it comes to blood pressure and overall health, most specialists take a close look at systolic blood pressure. But depending on what you’re looking for, diastolic blood pressure might show you a lot. Systolic blood pressure is the top number in a blood pressure reading and is generally recognized as an indicator of heart ...click here to read more

Ever thought of running a marathon? It might be the anti-aging key you’re looking for in 2020. A recent study followed 138 healthy first-time marathoners as they trained for the London Marathons of 2016 and 2017. They ranged in age from 21–69, and virtually all of them showed big benefits—especially the older ones. The benefits ...click here to read more

If the idea of a superfood is strange to you, you’re certainly not alone. The terminology can be confusing and potentially dangerous if you don’t understand it. So let’s take a closer look at what it actually means. Superfood is a fun way of saying “something really nutritious.” They tend to feature a number of ...click here to read more

Reducing blood pressure is one of the main health concerns of our time. Over 100-million Americans have it, and it severely jacks up the risk for a heart attack or stroke. You’ve heard that you should eat more veggies, less salt, and processed food advice before. And that’s all great information. But what you really ...click here to read more

We’re going there: New Year’s resolutions. You might not make a formal declaration, but I’m sure that somewhere in the back of your mind, there’s something you’re hoping to accomplish in 2020. For many people, it’s getting healthier. More specifically, it’s losing weight. The problem with this resolution is twofold. The first is that most ...click here to read more

Obstructive sleep apnea has been proven to cause various health problems such as chronic heart failure and stroke, but a new study adds elevated nighttime blood pressure to the list. According to research from the University of Missouri School of Medicine, those who suffer from obstructive sleep apnea may be at risk for elevated blood ...click here to read more

Let’s not beat around the bush here. If you’ve got high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and elevated blood sugar, there’s a decent chance you could end up on an operating table. Surgeries are risky, expensive, and can leave you with a long and trying recovery period. A new study, however, is showing that there might ...click here to read more