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Archive for July, 2008

You have probably experienced this before, going to the doctor and they go to get the cuff to take your blood pressure and you feel your heart pounding. This is white coat syndrome or blood pressure that rises in response to the anxiety of visiting the doctor. The problem with this syndrome is that reading [...]

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People with hypertension or high blood pressure run the risk of damaging organs. it can lead to kidney failure, neurological damage, and an enlarged heart.  High blood pressure can cause the heart to work harder and some can suffer from a stroke that could result in brain damage. Those that suffer from high blood pressure [...]

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This article talks about trying out a web-based program for people who suffer from hypertension. Sounds like a great idea for a lot of people who may have a hard time getting to a medical center or want to get affordable advice on how to handle their blood pressure. The results of this study are [...]

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Bananas have a high potassium content which is known for helping battle hypertension. This article talks about Norbert Putnam who was searching for a way to lower his blood pressure without medications. He found a study done that those who eat two bananas a day could reduce their blood pressure. Putnam went from 150/100 to [...]

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Studies have shown that people who sleep less than 5 hours a night are more prone to hypertension than those who sleep more and have uninterrupted sleep. In this article doctors are finding how underestimated the impact of insomnia is. They understand more about the association with depression and anxiety, but want to learn more [...]

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