The Secret To A Healthy Heart? It’s Not Running, Say Scientists If you enjoy gardening, then you know the physical effort it takes to raise fruits and vegetables. Digging, planting, weeding, and watering are all part of the process, but it’s worth it when the produce comes out of the ground and onto your plate. … Continue reading “The Secret To A Healthy Heart? It’s Not Running, Say Scientists”
Category: High Blood Pressure
What Is High Blood Pressure By The Numbers?
What Is High Blood Pressure By The Numbers? More than 122 million people in the United States have high blood pressure. That’s nearly half of the adults 20 years old and older, according to a 2023 report from the American Heart Association. Those numbers could be even higher since many adults may not realize that … Continue reading “What Is High Blood Pressure By The Numbers?”
Sitting All Day is Terrible For You!
Sitting All Day is Terrible For You! Many adults spend the majority of their workday sitting down, and health experts are concerned about the harmful effects of sedentary jobs. However, a new study from Columbia University says taking a five-minute walk every 30 minutes will help ward off the harmful effects of sitting. There was … Continue reading “Sitting All Day is Terrible For You!”
Hydration: Good Hydration May Lower Disease Risk
Hydration: Good Hydration May Lower Disease Risk It’s often reported that drinking water is essential for overall good health. Still, a new study suggests that drinking enough may lower the risk of developing chronic disease, slow the aging process, and reduce the risk of premature death. In a study published in eBioMedicine in January, a … Continue reading “Hydration: Good Hydration May Lower Disease Risk”
Lower Your Blood Pressure By Eating Vegetables
Lower Your Blood Pressure By Eating Vegetables Neal Templin, a story editor at Barron’s, was surprised when his doctor told him that his blood pressure was high. Templin said he thought he had followed most of the recommendations on lowering your blood pressure. For instance, Templin said he was not overweight, he occasionally drank alcohol, … Continue reading “Lower Your Blood Pressure By Eating Vegetables”
Exercise to a Longer Life
Exercise to a Longer Life Routine exercise is not on the top of everyone’s list. In fact, exercise may not be on the list at all. But, a growing number of studies are finding that certain exercise habits can slow the aging process, and that’s good news for older adults. Health experts say that consistent … Continue reading “Exercise to a Longer Life”
Your Eyes Can Indicate If You Have High Blood Pressure, Also Known As Hypertension.
Your Eyes Can Indicate If You Have High Blood Pressure, Also Known As Hypertension An old proverb says, “the eyes are windows to the soul,” meaning that your eyes can reveal your emotions and even your thoughts at times. Similarly, the eyes can indicate whether a person has high blood pressure, also known as hypertension. … Continue reading “Your Eyes Can Indicate If You Have High Blood Pressure, Also Known As Hypertension.”
You Are What You Eat
You Are What You Eat Members of the San Francisco 49ers football team underwent an imaging test that measures body fat and muscle mass. Nick Bosa, the team’s defensive end, said the results from the dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry test showed his body fat percentage was the lowest on the team. The 24-year-old Bosa credits his … Continue reading “You Are What You Eat”
Signs Of A Silent Heart Attack
Signs Of A Silent Heart Attack When we think of people having a heart attack, we usually imagine them clutching their chest, doubling over in pain, and collapsing, as we see on a television show or in the movies. But, not all heart attacks are that intense. In fact, a person could be having a … Continue reading “Signs Of A Silent Heart Attack”
Eating Dairy Linked to Lower Risk of Diabetes and High Blood Pressure
Eating Dairy Linked to Lower Risk of Diabetes and High Blood Pressure Eating at least two servings of dairy every day may lower the risk of developing diabetes and high blood pressure, according to findings from a large international study. Results also showed that higher consumption of whole-fat dairy alone, or eaten in combination with low-fat … Continue reading “Eating Dairy Linked to Lower Risk of Diabetes and High Blood Pressure”
