Many diabetics are informed they must work on lowering their blood pressure as it is one of the common signs of diabetes. Although high blood pressure is a silent disease, meaning there really is no overt symptoms most patients can explain what the problem is, a simple test at your doctor’s office can tell you […]
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What Minerals Are in Tap Water – What You Should Know
We hear a lot about minerals these days, so the question what minerals are in tap water is not uncommon. Sports drinks containing minerals and mineral water are popular among sports people so the mineral content in our tap water is of interest. Generally speaking the area where you live determines what minerals are in […]
Alcohol and High Blood Pressure – Fact or Fiction?
Alcohol and High Blood Pressure – wow, this is a good one (he says putting down his pint – only joking). Consuming Alcohol and High Blood Pressure as an issue is a real conundrum. One the one had, the odd wee drink now and then (he says picking his pint glass up again) is actually […]
5 Essential Nutrients For Growing Children
Growing children need certain essential nutrients in order to obtain mature healthy bodies. However, a lot of youngsters are missing some of the key nurturing elements in their diet. Calcium, fiber, magnesium, vitamin E, and potassium are some of the most important ingredients for a growing body. The first valuable nutrient is calcium. Calcium helps […]
Hypertension Prevention and Treatment
Gerald Silva of Jackson couldn’t believe it. Dr. Neal at the Jackson Central Clinic broke the bad news. He had arterial hypertension. Gerald had a good excuse. After all, as an executive, he certainly had his share of stress. And, let’s not even talk about the cigarette smoking. According to Dr. Neal just being male […]
Check Your Blood Pressure
Check your blood pressure on a regular basis starting at age 18. It is important to check it at least once each year, especially if you are over 40 years old. Hypertension is the medical term for high blood pressure. There are no signs or symptoms to let you know that it is high. The […]