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Archive for May, 2009

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 [...]

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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 [...]

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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 [...]

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