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#cardiovascular-health
fromFortune Well
5 months ago
Health

High blood pressure is a 'silent killer.' Here's what's considered hypertension and when to call a doctor

Regular blood pressure monitoring is crucial for preventing severe health issues, especially for those at risk.
fromFortune Well
5 months ago
Health

High blood pressure is a 'silent killer.' Here's what's considered hypertension and when to call a doctor

Regular blood pressure monitoring is crucial for preventing severe health issues, especially for those at risk.
more#cardiovascular-health
#dementia
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
1 week ago
Mental health

This Simple Intervention Can Reduce Dementia Risk

Treating high blood pressure for four years can reduce dementia risk by 15%.
Intensive blood pressure reduction lowers the risk of mild cognitive impairment by 16%.
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
1 week ago
Mental health

This Simple Intervention Can Reduce Dementia Risk

Treating high blood pressure for four years can reduce dementia risk by 15%.
Intensive blood pressure reduction lowers the risk of mild cognitive impairment by 16%.
more#dementia
fromSilicon Canals
1 week ago
Startup companies

Austrian startup aTENSION.life debuts with 2.6M to tackle undiagnosed hypertension - Silicon Canals

aTENSION.life's ALDO+ platform aims to revolutionize hypertension diagnosis and treatment through mass spectrometry technology.
#nutrition
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 months ago
Health

The truth about salt: how to avoid one of the world's biggest hidden killers

Many supposedly healthy meals, like ramen, can contain excessive salt, jeopardizing public health.
fromBusiness Insider
6 months ago
Health

A top nutrition scientist had a stroke at 53. Here did two things to lower his blood pressure - and cutting out salt wasn't one of them.

Tim Spector lowered his blood pressure after a stroke by increasing potassium intake instead of reducing salt, as he is salt-resistant.
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 months ago
Health

The truth about salt: how to avoid one of the world's biggest hidden killers

Many supposedly healthy meals, like ramen, can contain excessive salt, jeopardizing public health.
fromBusiness Insider
6 months ago
Health

A top nutrition scientist had a stroke at 53. Here did two things to lower his blood pressure - and cutting out salt wasn't one of them.

Tim Spector lowered his blood pressure after a stroke by increasing potassium intake instead of reducing salt, as he is salt-resistant.
more#nutrition
#health
Health
fromMail Online
6 months ago

Being a man's man shortens men's lifespans, study finds

High masculinity traits in men can lead to serious health issues due to reluctance to seek medical help.
Health
fromMail Online
6 months ago

Being a man's man shortens men's lifespans, study finds

High masculinity traits in men can lead to serious health issues due to reluctance to seek medical help.
more#health
Medicine
fromenglish.elpais.com
5 months ago

Incorrect arm positioning can lead to false hypertension diagnoses: We make mistakes in measuring blood pressure more often than not'

Hypertension is a silent killer affecting billions, with significant mortality rates and inadequate awareness and control among those affected.
#blood-pressure
fromwww.npr.org
6 months ago
US news

A misplaced arm position can skew blood pressure readings

Incorrect arm positioning during blood pressure readings can significantly overestimate results, potentially leading to misdiagnosis and inappropriate treatment.
fromScienceDaily
5 months ago
Health

Five minutes of extra exercise a day could lower blood pressure

Small amounts of physical activity can lower blood pressure, with even five minutes of exercise supporting significant health benefits.
fromwww.npr.org
6 months ago
US news

A misplaced arm position can skew blood pressure readings

Incorrect arm positioning during blood pressure readings can significantly overestimate results, potentially leading to misdiagnosis and inappropriate treatment.
fromScienceDaily
5 months ago
Health

Five minutes of extra exercise a day could lower blood pressure

Small amounts of physical activity can lower blood pressure, with even five minutes of exercise supporting significant health benefits.
more#blood-pressure
#sugar-consumption
Wellness
fromenglish.elpais.com
5 months ago

Children born under World War II sugar rationing were healthier adults

Restricting sugar intake during pregnancy and early childhood may substantially decrease the risk of diabetes and hypertension later in life.
fromNew York Post
5 months ago
Wellness

How giving kids too much sugar raises their risk for 2 chronic diseases

Limiting sugar exposure in early life significantly reduces the risk of Type 2 diabetes and high blood pressure later in life.
Wellness
fromenglish.elpais.com
5 months ago

Children born under World War II sugar rationing were healthier adults

Restricting sugar intake during pregnancy and early childhood may substantially decrease the risk of diabetes and hypertension later in life.
fromNew York Post
5 months ago
Wellness

How giving kids too much sugar raises their risk for 2 chronic diseases

Limiting sugar exposure in early life significantly reduces the risk of Type 2 diabetes and high blood pressure later in life.
more#sugar-consumption
Miscellaneous
fromTechCrunch
6 months ago

Aktiia trained AI on 11 billion data points of blood pressure, and now a clinically certified app is coming | TechCrunch

Aktiia has developed an innovative smartphone-based solution for monitoring hypertension that could transform patient management.
Wearables
fromZDNET
6 months ago

I tried a blood-pressure monitoring watch, and it was surprisingly accurate (when it worked)

Nearly half of US adults have hypertension; only 25% manage it well. Home tracking and new tech can help improve this statistic.
fromBrooklyn Eagle
8 months ago
Medicine

Maimonides conducts new renal denervation procedure clinically-proven to lower blood pressure

Maimonides Medical Center offers a new minimally-invasive procedure for hypertension management, complementing lifestyle changes and medication.
fromInverse
8 months ago
Medicine

This Simple Diet Tweak Can Increase Heart Health And Stave Off Kidney Disease

Consuming fruits and vegetables reduces the risk of heart disease, kidney issues, and gastrointestinal illnesses significantly.
fromwww.nytimes.com
11 months ago
Wellness

How to Exercise for Lower Blood Pressure

Regular exercise, particularly yoga and cardiovascular workouts, can help prevent and lower high blood pressure, reducing strain on the heart and blood vessels.
Medicine
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
10 months ago

Women May Have Heart Risks at Lower Blood Pressures Than Men

Women may have an increased risk of heart attack and stroke at lower blood pressure levels than men, prompting the need for potential updates in hypertension guidelines.
Alternative medicine
fromGreenmedinfo
10 months ago

Stiff Arteries? American Ginseng Improves Vascular Function, Among Many Other Studies Benefits

American ginseng shows promise in reducing arterial stiffness and blood pressure, benefiting individuals with type 2 diabetes and hypertension.
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