High blood pressure or hypertension means high pressure (tension) in the arteries. Arteries are vessels that carry blood from the pumping heart to all the tissues and organs of the body. High blood pressure directly increases the risk of coronary heart disease (which leads to heart attack) and stroke, especially when it’s present with other […]
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Using Herbs For High Blood Pressure
Using Herbs For High Blood Pressure Article by Michelle Bery For the millions of people who suffer from high blood pressure, finding a way to successfully manage the condition is of paramount concern. Many begin with a strident diet and exercise program in which food with excessive salt, fat, and preservatives are all but eliminated […]
Using EFT for High Blood Pressure
This video session can be used for more then High Blood Pressure, it is wonderful you overall general good health. Note: This EFT oriented [Video] is provided as a good faith effort to expand the use of EFT in the world. It represents my ideas of the and does not necessarily represent those of Gary […]
The Effects of Salt on Blood Pressure
The amount of salt consumption within our diets has a direct effect on our health, especially on our blood pressure. Too much salt will increase blood pressure which is a major risk factor for developing a serious cardiovascular disease (conditions that can affect the circulation of blood around the body), such as a stroke, heart […]
How to Lower High Blood Pressure With Food Rich in Potassium and Calcium
Hypertension or high blood pressure disease is sometimes known as the “Silent Killer”, because it often has no symptoms at all until something bad happens. To prevent you from this disease, you should be aware of the foods you eat, and I recommend food rich in potassium and calcium, because it can help control your […]
Five Simple Steps To A Healthy Diet For People With High Blood Pressure
For those who suffer from high blood pressure (hypertension), they will know what a serious effect it can have on their health. However, what many who are first diagnosed with this health condition do not realize is that they can actually control it if they are willing to make alterations to their lifestyles. Today there […]
Blood Pressure Wrist Monitors
Many people have to check their blood pressure a few times each day. Sometimes they may forget which could lead to a dangerous situation. Thankfully, there are blood pressure wrist monitors available for people to wear as a reminder. This could save a person’s life if they are unaware of their current condition regarding their […]
What is Resistant Hypertension?
Resistant hypertension is stubborn blood pressure that is controlled but requires four or more medications. Resistant hypertension is generally found in overweight and elderly people. Overweight people tend to carry more fat and less muscle in their body. The increase in fat relates to the cholesterol theory of plaque build up in the arteries leading […]
Blood Pressure – The Basics
Blood pressure (bp) is defined as the force in the arteries when the heart beats (systolic pressure) and when the heart is in between beats (diastolic pressure). It’s measured in millimeters of mercury (mmHg). The measurement is written one above or before the other, with the systolic number on top and the diastolic number on […]
Natural Hypertension Remedies For You
Hypertension is one of today’s leading silent killers and a diagnosis of high blood pressure should be taken seriously. If you are not comfortable with the idea of taking chemical products why not try some natural hypertension remedies that have had proven results? A stressful lifestyle, a high fat diet, lack of exercise and a […]
Recognizing the Four Stages of Hypertension
Of all the chronic illnesses that Americans suffer from, high blood pressure is the most pervasive. Over 25% of all U.S. citizens have it with more getting it every year. Since high blood pressure or hypertension has very few symptoms, at least until it is in it’s advanced stages, many people with it are walking […]
Aggressive Management of Hypertension
More than 60% of older persons in the United States suffer from hypertension, commonly known as high blood pressure. Hypertension is defined as an increase in blood pressure above normal. Blood pressure is measured as systolic pressure over diastolic pressure. Systolic pressure occurs when blood is pumped into the arteries as the heart contracts. Diastolic […]
How You Can Control Your Blood Sugar?
Excess sugar and stress are the two main cause of diabetes. This excess sugar causes the pancreas to secrete high levels of insulin. Insulin removes this excess sugar out of the bloodstream, converts it to fat and stores it in fat cells. What’s the cause of insulin resistance? Insulin becomes less efficient to process sugar […]