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.
Did you know high blood pressure contributes to almost one out of six deaths in the United States alone? Discover five other things you should know about your blood pressure but probably don’t. You’ll also discover natural ways to lower your blood pressure.
You hear a lot about insulin resistance these days because it’s a growing problem. It’s also a risk factor for other health problems. Are you at risk for insulin resistance? Find out more about what causes it and the role that lifestyle factors play in preventing it.
Can exercise reduce your risk for stroke? Lots of studies have looked at the link between exercise and heart disease. Now a new study explores the link between stroke risk and physical activity. Find out what this study shows, how much exercise is optimal and other ways to lower your risk for stroke through lifestyle changes.
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.
So much to think about when you lift weights. Form is one of them – but don’t neglect another aspect of weight training – breathing. Some trainers will tell you there’s a right way and a wrong way to breathe but the most important thing is to make sure you ARE breathing. Here’s why.
What is “normal” when it comes to blood pressure? When is it too high? And can it go too low? High blood pressure is a dangerous condition that often does damage without producing symptoms. And though not as common, low blood pressure can be dangerous as well.
Salt – it seems to be in everything you eat these days. That’s not a good thing when it comes to the health of your blood vessels. But why is it so hard to reduce the amount of salt in your diet? This article discusses why we crave salt and the best way to break the salt habit.
The month of February is dedicated to raising heart disease awareness. The number one killer of Americans each year is heart disease. Death by heart attack his highly preventable but most people do not know that they are at risk. One very small and simple step that every person can take is to know their numbers.
High blood pressure is so common that most people can expect to get it if they live long enough. We know that lifestyle plays a role in maintaining a healthy blood pressure – including exercise. But what if you’re predisposed to hypertension, can exercise prevent it?
Did you know that just 30 years ago only one in ten people were overweight? Not so today. Currently, health researchers estimate that two out of three people are either overweight or obese.
