Researchers from Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation (IHME), University of Washington and University of Melbourne have come up with an answer to long life after concluding a recent study. It is said death and longevity lies in ones hand. They studied a total of 79 risk factors for global […]

In a new study it is found that midday nap is good to keep blood pressure levels lower and also keep an individual away from prescribed anti-hyperintensive medicines. Details of the study were presented at the European Society of Cardiology Congress. A total of 200 men and 186 women were […]

Exercise provides many health benefits including reducing the risk of heart disease, diabetes, and osteoporosis. It can also act on the risk factors which can heighten the chances of developing these life-threatening conditions. The benefits occur on several fronts. Exercise can help maintain a healthy weight which can improve blood […]

Eating foods to lower blood pressure naturally on a regular basis, from hydrating vegetables to oils rich in omega fatty acids, is a necessary foundational measure to controlling hypertension. With a focused high blood pressure diet plan, exercise, and habits to minimize stress, the “silent killer” can be prevented, managed, […]

If blood pressure could be controlled more aggressively, heart disease and stroke of millions of Americans could be avoided, says a new study. Researchers have found if the systolic blood pressure could be driven to levels far below the current guidelines, which means less than 120 and not just of […]