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There is a protein that is found in the goby fish that has remained almost totally unaltered. Researchers believe that this protein could be the key to uncovering the genetic causes of high blood pressure and may may help with early predictions and prevention. They also believe they can create medication from this protein that will be able to lower blood pressure. What is interesting to note is that the same genetic variant responsible for raising blood pressure can also cause chronic kidney disease.

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Dr Luciano Bernardi and colleagues, from Italy's Pavia University, conducted a study on 24 healthy people asking them to listen to five random songs of classical music. They monitored how their bodies responded. Some tracks included Beethoven's Ninth Symphony, an aria from Puccini's Turandot, and Bach's cantata No 169. The researchers found that the songs that were rich in emphasis and that alternated between fast and slow seemed to be best for the circulation and the heart. Opera has this musical dynamic and is being used as rehabilitative medicine.

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It's not a secret that a healthy diet can aid in reducing high blood pressure. You may not know that common foods like eggs, grapes and hibiscus can help with that. Hibiscus contains anthocyanins a chemical that can improve the function of blood vessels. Grapes decrease inflammation and increase heart function and they also contain flavonoids, which acts as an antioxidant. When eating eggs enzymes in the stomach and the small intestines produce peptides to digest which stimulate the release of blood pressure lowering substances. SO add these healthy foods into your diet to keep your blood pressure in check.

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I recently read an article about a study done on mice that showed the herpes virus as a contributing factor to high blood pressure. This virus affects about 60-90% of adults worldwide and appears to increase the inflammation in blood vessels which causes high blood pressure. In conjunction with a fatty diet the risk of heart attacks, strokes and kidney disease rises. There is no cure for the virus but those that suffer from it are advised to do as much as they can to decrease their risk of high blood pressure.

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According to two studies that were published in the British Journal Nature Genetics, eight genes were found to be related to systolic and diastolic blood pressure and hypertension. Some genes show to affect the transport of calcium in the body and other were shown to influence the relaxing of blood vessels. This new information may help with treatment to prevent hypertension and help to understand how to regulate blood pressure.

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It is estimated that 1 of 3 American adults has hypertension or high blood pressure. High blood pressure increases chances of heart disease, stroke and other serious health conditions. It's important to talk to your doctor about what you can do to keep your blood pressure down. On your own maintaining a healthy weight, being active, drinking alcohol in moderation and avoiding tobacco are some ways to manage your blood pressure.

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Researchers have found a link between psoriasis and high blood pressure in women because of the inflammation that causes the skin condition. It also showed a link to diabetes. Those that had psoriasis were 63% more likely to develop diabetes and 17% more likely to develop hypertension that those who do not have the skin disease. Currently the only real therapy for psoriasis is steroids which can foster diabetes and high blood pressure, but researchers say most patients stop using the creams after a short time of use.

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A new study released their results of the biggest causes of death in the U.S. The top 3 causes are completely preventable; smoking, high blood pressure and obesity. The rest on the list included, lack of physical activity, cholesterol, and high sodium. People have control of their lifestyle and can keep themselves healthy. Just avoiding those top 3 things can significantly reduce their risks of disease and death. Talk to your doctor about some possible changes you may need to make in order to continue on a healthy path of life.

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Some over the counter cold remedies can be fairly dangerous for those who have high blood pressure. Decongestants do their job by constricting blood vessels which can result in higher blood pressure. When buying a decongestant make sure it does not have the following ingredients; pseudoemphedrine, ephedrine, phenylephrine, naphazoline, and oxymetazoline. Try using a saline spray for congestion and a pain reliever for other symptoms like a fever or sore throat. You can also drink a lot of fluids to reduce phlegm and mucus.

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A study found in the European Heart Journal shows that noises happening at night during sleep can increase blood pressure. Sounds like airplanes overhead, a passing car or someone snoring next to you can be culprits. If you find that these sounds happen where you are when sleeping at night, try using earplugs to drowned out the sounds or try some relaxing music that may masks harmful affecting sounds.

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