Stroke July 14, 2016 Tighter blood pressure control may be advisable for elderly NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - A new study might help doctors answer the controversial question of what's the healthiest blood pressure for older adults.
High Blood Pressure July 12, 2016 Magnesium supplements may help to lower blood pressure Getting enough magnesium may help keep blood pressure under control, a new meta-analysis of previous research finds
Pregnancy July 5, 2016 High blood pressure in pregnancy linked to later health risks Women with slightly elevated blood pressure during pregnancy could be more likely to develop so-called metabolic syndrome later, Chinese researchers say.
Prescription for Health June 28, 2016 How to keep your blood pressure under control High blood pressure or hypertension is a “silent killer” with few warning signs. About 70 million people -- 1 out of 3 adults -- are living with it, but only 52 percent have it under control. This stealth disease is a common risk factor for heart disease and stroke, two leading causes of death in the United States.
Weight Loss June 27, 2016 Weight loss surgery helps keep pounds off 10 years later Ten years after gastric-bypass weight-loss surgery, patients in a recent study had managed to keep off much of the weight they'd lost.
Men's Health June 24, 2016 Overweight young men may face high liver disease risk later in life Being overweight at 18 to 20 years old may signal that a man is headed for severe liver disease decades later, according to a large, long-term study from Sweden.
HEART HEALTH June 21, 2016 Americans drinking less soda, eating more whole grains and nuts Americans are adding more whole grains, nuts and seeds to their diets and cutting back on sodas and sugary drinks, a U.S. study suggests.
NERVOUS SYSTEM HEALTH June 20, 2016 Experts list proven benefits of exercise for postmenopausal women - Following an exercise program during and after menopause can both reduce menopausal symptoms and preserve heart, muscle, bone and brain health, according to a panel of experts in Spain.
HEART HEALTH June 17, 2016 Mediterranean diet with olive oil, nuts linked to weight loss Extra "good fats" from nuts and olive oil in a Mediterranean diet may help older adults lose weight, or at least avoid gaining it, a Spanish study suggests.
Stroke June 17, 2016 Single motherhood tied to slightly raised heart disease risk Working single mothers may have a higher risk of heart disease and stroke than their married peers, a study suggests.
Nutrition June 16, 2016 7 foods and drinks that are bad for your blood pressure In the United States, nearly one out of every three adults has high blood pressure.
