Atherosclerosis happens when fatty deposits accumulate along the arterial walls. This is also known as clogged or hardened arteries. This condition makes the arteries narrower and diminishes the blood flow to the heart and other parts of the body. Unfortunately, atherosclerosis is one of the major reasons for heart illness […]
High blood pressure or hypertension is one of the most common, preventable risk factors for cardiovascular illness. More than a billion people worldwide suffer from it. It’s defined as a systolic blood pressure at the value of 130 mm Hg or more and a diastolic one of more than 80 […]
According to a new study done by scientists from the Saskatchewan University, stretching is better than brisk walking when it comes to lowering hypertension in hypertensive people or people at a higher risk of it. The co-author of the study and professor of kinesiology Dr. Phil Chilibeck notes that the […]
Thyme is more than a simple herb; it’s a versatile herb rich in important nutrients. It’s abundant in vitamins A and C and also has copper, fiber, iron, and manganese. And, it has antioxidant power too and helps support the nervous system. According to research, it can be of aid […]
Well-known in the culinary world, sage is a loved and respected herb. But, it’s also known in natural medicine because of its amazing health benefits. Sage is considered anti-inflammatory, anti-diabetic, anti-hypertensive, and anti-microbial. It can be helpful in the blood cleansing, improving the brain function, and even be of aid […]
If you’ve been diagnosed with high blood pressure or hypertension, you may worry that meds will affect you negatively. But, it’s crucial to note that if you manage your blood pressure through a healthy lifestyle, your chances of avoiding, delaying or lowering the need for meds increase. When not treated, […]
Did you know that beets and beet juice can be of great aid for decreasing inflammation and high blood pressure? Namely, they’re rich in nitrate that’s transformed in the body into nitric oxide. This substance is known to better the blood flow by opening up the vessels and boosting the […]
Believe it or not, more than 100 million people worldwide suffer from hypertension, according to the American Heart Association. Unfortunately, these numbers are only getting bigger as well as the health risks associated with high blood pressure. This being said, in addition to taking the prescribed therapy by your doctor, […]
For a lot of you who are reading this article, celery may be the last veggie you think of, mostly because it appears rather boring and simple, right? However, there is nothing boring about the health benefits this amazing vegetable has to offer. Therefore, it is vital that you start […]
Despite being essential for more than 300 bodily processes, magnesium is a commonly lacked nutrient. Believe it or not, statistics shows that around 80 percent of the American population is magnesium deficient. Unfortunately, this nutrient deficiency causes a lot of unpleasant symptom so it is vital to treat it timely. […]