Can You Prevent “Heart Block”?
New research is suggesting possible preventative measures for a common type of heart arrhythmia. Known as “heart block,” it is a disruption in the normal electrical...
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Study: If You’re under 75, You Might Want to Consider This Diet
A new study has produced shocking results on the effects of the DASH diet for people aged 74 and younger. Well, perhaps the results aren’t entirely...
Study: Daily Naps Reduce Blood Pressure
Do you ever feel guilty about dozing off for a midday nap? If you do, you shouldn’t. That nap could be lowering your risk for a...
For Diabetics: New Study Uncovers Ideal Blood Pressure
If you have diabetes, you know that you should be trying to lower your blood pressure. But how low do you need to go? A brand-new...
Type 2 Diabetics May Benefit from Intensive Blood Pressure Therapy Regardless of Cardiovascular Risk: Study
According to a recent study published in the American Heart Association’s journal Hypertension, people with type 2 diabetes who received intensive treatment to keep their blood...
Cognitive Behavioral Apps May Help Reduce Blood Pressure
The latest research findings have uncovered that systolic and diastolic blood pressure may be successfully reduced by using a cognitive behavior app. The daily-use app encourages...
Nighttime Urination May Be a Sign of Hypertension
A recent study suggests that nighttime trips to the bathroom to urinate may be a sign of high blood pressure. Study author Dr. Satoshi Konno explained,...
Beetroot Juice May Reduce Salt-Induced High Blood Pressure
The latest research findings suggest that consuming beetroot juice may combat high blood pressure resulting from a high salt diet. The current study was conducted on...
Reducing Blood Pressure Protects the Brain
The latest research findings uncovered that reducing blood pressure among seniors helps reduce the accumulation of brain lesions. These benefits were seen among seniors who took...
Moderate Alcohol Consumption Increases the Risk of High Blood Pressure
Moderate alcohol consumption increases the risk of high blood pressure. The study involved over 17,000 Americans, which revealed seven to 13 drinks a week substantially increased...