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Low-Salt Diets May Not Be Safe, Might Lead To Rise In Heart Disease, Stroke Or Even Death

By R. Siva Kumar - May 24, 2016 09:38 AM EDT

A new study shows that though high salt intake is dangerous to those with high blood pressure, low-salt diets might be harmful for your health.

Cutting Down on Sugar can Lower Blood Pressure and Cholesterol in Nine Days

By Deepthi B - Oct 28, 2015 10:24 AM EDT

According to a new study published in the journal Obesity, by simply cutting down sugar from your diet that too without cutting down on the calories or losing weight, can tremendously improve your health within a span of just nine days.

Test Can Tell Teens Likely To Suffer Cardiovascular Disease As Adults

By Peter R - Oct 07, 2015 09:31 AM EDT

The test relies on determining the severity of metabolic syndrome to predict future cardiovascular risk in teens.

Sleeping During the Day Cuts Blood Pressure And Heart Attacks, Study

By R. Siva Kumar - Aug 31, 2015 02:44 PM EDT

Research shows that people who take naps at midday experience lower blood pressure.

Alzheimer's Risk Lower In People With Hypertension

By Peter R - Jun 30, 2015 02:48 PM EDT

Study's authors feel the protective effect can be attributed to anti-hypertensive drugs.

BP Medication Can Treat Alcohol, Drug Addiction

By Peter R - Jun 24, 2015 11:19 AM EDT

Anti-hypertensive medication Isradipine showed promise in rat studies. Clinical trials could commence as the drug is approved by US FDA.

Kidney Disease Doubles Risk of Heart Failure, Study Argues for Kidney Monitoring

By Peter R - Jun 01, 2015 11:58 AM EDT

A new study found that kidney health bettered by blood pressure and cholesterol measurements in predicting heart failure risk.

Take The Salt Myths With A Pinch of Salt

By R. Siva Kumar - May 28, 2015 08:23 PM EDT

Consuming too much salt may lead to health problems, yet salt has its benefits too.

Now, A Vaccine for Hypertension In The Making

By Peter R - May 27, 2015 08:05 PM EDT

Researchers tested the DNA vaccine in rats to find that it lowered blood pressure for six months.

Can Self-Medication Help Treat Disease?

By R. Siva Kumar - May 18, 2015 03:40 PM EDT

Blood pressure patients are not advised to prescribe their own treatments, but on the other hand, they should monitor their own progress after visiting doctors.

No Link Between Hypertension and Vitamin D, Study Rules

By Peter R - Mar 20, 2015 10:42 AM EDT

The study suggests that vitamin D should not be prescribed until studies establish its efficacy in lowering blood pressure.

Vitamin D Could Help To Prevent Age-Related Illnesses, Study

By R. Siva Kumar - Mar 19, 2015 09:24 AM EDT

Exposure to Vitamin D through sunshine or supplements can help to heal patients of illnesses such as osteoporosis, blood pressure or even cancer.

Why Aren't Diets Doing The Trick?

By R. Siva Kumar - Feb 17, 2015 09:22 AM EST

Not just food, but a balanced regimen of dieting, exercise and simple techniques can help you lose weight.

Is Chocolate Good For Health?

By R. Siva Kumar - Feb 16, 2015 09:24 AM EST

Eating chocolate in moderation can benefit your health and brain, shows a number of studies.

An Optimist Has A Healthier Heart

By R. Siva Kumar - Jan 12, 2015 09:12 AM EST

Optimism can improve cardiovascular health, blood sugar and cholesterol levels, says a study.

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