When speaking about alternatives to medication for hypertension I am referring to treating the disease with natural cures instead of pharmaceutical drugs. Natural cures does not only mean herbs but also includes life style changes such as diet and exercise. Continue reading this article to learn about alternative treatments for hypertension. Losing weight is effective […]
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Using Exercise and Other Methods to Cure Hypertension
Exercise is a great way to treat hypertension. As many people today lead sedentary lives, we are seeing more and more problems such as obesity, heart disease and high blood pressure. You need to work with your doctor to begin an exercise routine and it is important that you start slowly, especially if you haven’t […]
High Blood Pressure – 12 Dietary and Lifestyle Changes You Can Make to Help Lower Yours
High blood pressure is frequently referred to as the silent killer. Many times, individuals fail to realize they have this condition, until it’s too late. But, understand there are lifestyle and dietary changes you can make, to keep you heart-healthy. Here are 12 things you can do to help ensure a healthy cardiac system, and […]
Which Are the Preferred Treatments for Hypertension?
While there are plenty of effective treatments for high blood pressure, the one that is right for you is determined by numerous factors. You need to consider what’s causing your hypertension, and you need to find out from your medical professional in case you have any particular risk factors, for instance diabetes or kidney problems. […]
9 Easy Ways to Lower Your Blood Pressure Naturally
So your blood pressure is high, but you don’t want to take prescription drugs? Can’t say I blame you, with what we’ve learned about some very popular pharmaceuticals over the last year or so. Well, you’re in luck. There are some simple modifications you can incorporate into your lifestyle that can make a big difference […]
The Type 2 Diabetes and High Blood Pressure Link!
Type 2 diabetics have a higher rate of hypertension or high blood pressure than non-diabetics… in fact it is so common you have twice the risk when you have type 2 diabetes. Hypertension raises both your risk for heart attack, stroke and other complications of diabetes. Blood pressure is read as two numbers, for example […]
Controlling Your High Blood Pressure Without Drugs
High blood pressure affects many people, with up to ninety percent of all people being affected at some time in their lives. Though many causes of high blood pressure are due to lifestyle choices such as not eating properly or eating the wrong choices of food, there are some causes, such as heredity and excessive […]
High Blood Pressure
Blood pressure or hypertension is the pressure exerted by the blood on the walls of the blood vessels. Blood pressure is not static and varies from one heartbeat to another throughout the day. The blood pressure is measured by a sphygmomanometer. At home, you can measure your blood pressure by an electronic blood pressure monitor. […]