At the beginning of a new year, dieticians get together and rate the most common diets, how effective they are and whether they promote overall health. What were the winners this year? Read on and discover what eating plans dieticians will recommend this year.
When you get a blood pressure reading, it’s expressed as a ratio, for example, 120/80. Is one of the numbers more important than the other with regards to your health? Find out what research shows.
You hear so much about the importance of getting enough calcium – but what about another mineral similar in structure – magnesium? Read on and discover four ways getting more magnesium can improve your health and the best ways to get it.
You’re probably already familiar with the benefits of high-intensity interval training – but don’t forget it’s one of the most effective forms of exercise for the health of your heart. Read on and discover five ways HIIT training reduces your risk for heart disease.
Lightheadedness and feelings of near faintness are scary! Have you ever experienced this right after a workout or when you got up from a mat too quickly? Is this an ominous sign? Discover why you might feel lightheaded or dizzy and what you can do to prevent those unpleasant feelings.
It’s important to know your body and be proactive about your health. What are you doing to monitor your health between doctor’s visits? Here are five self-exams every woman should do on a monthly basis.
As we age, blood pressure control becomes a more important issue. If you’re at high risk for hypertension, you may wonder whether high-intensity interval training offers benefits over moderate-intensity exercise. Find out what research shows about this issue and the role exercise plays in preventing high blood pressure.
Hypertension is a common health problem and a major risk factor for heart disease and stroke. What if you have a normal blood pressure most of the time but it’s elevated when you visit your doctor? Should you be concerned? Find out why a single high blood pressure reading should be a wake-up call.
High-intensity interval training is growing in popularity. Some research shows it’s more effective for fat loss than moderate-intensity exercise. Why might this be? A hormone called adrenaline seems to play a role. Find out more about adrenaline and high-intensity exercise and how it can help you shed body fat.
When is the last time you checked your blood pressure? High blood pressure is a threat for both men and women but there are a number of myths about hypertension in women you should know about to keep your own heart and blood vessels healthy. Here are five of them.
Can you exercise your way to a lower blood pressure? A new study looks at alternative, medication-free methods for controlling hypertension, including exercise. Find out what it showed and what type of exercise works best for reducing blood pressure. You may be surprised.
Is there a new reason to eat eggs and egg whites? A new study shows a protein in egg whites helps to lower blood pressure similarly to some blood pressure medications. Find out more about this new discovery and the other health benefits of eggs and egg whites.
