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What Everyone Needs To Know About Exercise And Blood Pressure
Although regular aerobic activity is important to the health and wellbeing of everyone, far too many people make the crucial mistake of assuming painful, strenuous workouts are the most productive way to exercise. The startling fact is that moderate exercise – with the prime example being walking – may be an even more effective way […]
Blood Pressure Research Report – Natural Therapy For Maintaining Healthy Blood Pressure Part 2
One of the more common treatments for high blood pressure are ACE inhibitors. When your kidneys detect low blood pressure, they release an enzyme called renin, which stimulates the formation of a protein called angiotensin I. Angiotensin I is then converted by the angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) in the lungs to a very potent chemical called […]
Prematurity linked to altered lung function during exercise, high blood pressure in adults
Advances in medicine have greatly contributed to the survival of extremely preterm infants in the US. However, the picture of long-term health effects related to prematurity is still unclear. Researchers at the University of Oregon compared lung function among adults who were born extremely preterm (at less than 28 weeks), very preterm (at less than […]
How Blood Sugar Affects Your Blood Pressure
Did you know that what you eat can have a major effect on your blood pressure? We’ve all been told that high intake of salt and sodium can raise blood pressure, but it doesn’t stop there. New findings indicate that sugar, in different forms, may also be a prime cause for blood pressure issues. Recent […]
Are Diet Pills the Right Strategy for Your Weight Loss Program?
Should You Use Diet Pills? You have probably heard about weight loss pills or diet pills before. If you have never used them and would like to know how efficient they are, take a few minutes to read the following article. Weight loss pills are actually considered as supplements and are not regulated as closely […]
Diet And Exercise Are Important Choices For A Healthy Lifestyle
You met Doug and Amy last week and heard their story. I will refresh your memory a bit and then pick up where we left off. As you might recall Doug was having severe health problems, he had been diagnosed with Metabolic Syndrome, a cluster of conditions increased blood pressure, high blood sugar level, excess […]