Category Archives: Blood Pressure

Hypertension (high blood pressure) is a very serious condition that can affect all areas of the body including the heart, brain, eyes, and kidneys. The problem is that high blood pressure often goes symptomless until a more serious condition arises. That’s why it’s important to not only check your blood pressure regularly, but also adhere ...click here to read more

A new study has found that frequent sauna users may have a reduced risk of heart and lung disease than those who rarely find themselves using a sauna. Studies on the health benefits of using saunas have previously been mixed, but the researchers behind the current study chalk this up to a lack of long-term ...click here to read more

The most common treatment for type 2 diabetes is metformin, which is prescribed to regulate insulin levels. But researchers now suggest that metformin may have another use, that being a potential for anti-aging. The researchers found that metformin slows down the “burn rate” of living cells, which in turn increases longevity. Metformin is very cheap ...click here to read more

A new study has found that feeling lightheaded, dizzy, or faint when you stand up may mean you are at a higher risk of developing dementia. The cause of the sensation is a condition called orthostatic hypotension, which means a sudden drop in blood pressure. “Orthostatic hypotension has been linked to heart disease, fainting and ...click here to read more

A new study has found that through aggressive blood pressure interventions, the risk of mild cognitive impairment (MCI) and concurrent dementia is significantly reduced. This is the first study to link these results to both MCI and dementia. The study was done with a large population and had a long-term follow-up period, making the results ...click here to read more

Have you ever googled a symptom to try and figure out what is wrong with you without going to the doctor? Have you ever tried to find a “home remedy” online for an ailment? We all have. In fact, looking up information on health and wellness is the third most common use for search engines ...click here to read more

Gout is a form of arthritis caused by excess uric acid in the bloodstream. It affects 2.5 percent of all adults in the U.K. The symptoms of gout appear when uric acid crystals begin to form in the joints. The body’s response to the uric crystals is to attack them, causing inflammation and joint damage, ...click here to read more

Blood pressure is often measured using an arm or a wristband. Many people have an at-home device, so they can monitor their levels at their convenience. When blood pressure readings are done correctly, it can be a guide as to whether or not your treatment and lifestyle habits are working successfully. But there are a ...click here to read more

A new study has found that older people with high blood pressure are at a higher risk of developing brain lesions, a sign of brain disease. There was also evidence of an association between high blood pressure and markers in the brain for Alzheimer’s disease. “Blood pressure changes with aging and disease, so we wanted ...click here to read more

Diet plays a big role in our blood pressure levels. It has the ability to make it skyrocket or bring it down to normal levels. It could make your doctor suspect you’re on the path to hypertension, or even cause them to diagnose you with high blood pressure. A doctor’s first recommendation is to change ...click here to read more

A new study from the Columbia University Irving Medical Center has found a significant link between sleep quality and cardiovascular health. The researchers report that even mild sleep disturbances, such as waking up throughout the night or having trouble falling asleep, can be related to increased blood pressure levels. This is a troublesome finding because ...click here to read more

In the past, research has shown no association between lowering blood pressure and a reduced risk or effect of dementia. There is evidence, though, to show that hypertension in middle age can increase the risk of developing dementia later in life. However, there are some unanswered questions. One of these is exactly what is classified ...click here to read more

As we age, the risk of osteoporosis increases, as does the condition’s role in the increased risk of mortality. Exactly what role it is that osteoporosis plays in the general mortality of elderly patients is unclear, however. Other risk factors include type 2 diabetes and high blood pressure, although, like osteoporosis, these conditions have not ...click here to read more

High blood pressure is the most preventable cause of cardiovascular disease, heart attack, and stroke. The incidence of high blood pressure increases with age, but so do the benefits associated with prescribed antihypertensive medications. This changes after the age of 60, however, when high blood pressure medication can be associated with increased mortality rates. This ...click here to read more