Whether it’s for work or to stay in touch with friends and family, many people spend hours on their mobile phones every day. However, people rarely consider whether this habit could hurt their health. A study has found that using mobile phones for 30 minutes or more per week increases the risk of hypertension. A…
Talking on the Phone for More Than 30 Minutes a Week Can Raise High Blood Pressure Risk: Study
A new study found that spending just 30 minutes talking on a mobile phone per week is linked to a greater risk of blood pressure, a major cause of heart attacks and strokes. The study published May 4 in the European Heart Journal—Digital Health examined the relationship between making and receiving phone calls and new-onset hypertension….
Omega-3 Fish Oil Supplements Help Lower Blood Pressure, but 7 Types of People Should Avoid It
Hypertension is a common risk factor for major chronic diseases such as cardiovascular disease, stroke, diabetes, and kidney disease. Fish oil containing omega-3 unsaturated fatty acids has been confirmed by many studies to be effective in lowering blood pressure. So is the effect of fish oil really as promising as claimed? Are there any people…
Study Finds Women Retain More Salt in Their Bodies: Here’s What to Do
Growing evidence finds that women, regardless of ethnicity or age, are more salt-sensitive than men. This can increase their risk for high blood pressure (hypertension) and the health issues that come with it. Nearly 1.3 billion adults from 30 to 79 years old worldwide have hypertension, according to World Health Organization (WHO) data. Since 1990,…
3 Bad Things Happen When You Completely Cut Salt From Your Diet
Salt, also called sodium chloride, is a mineral that plays an important role in maintaining fluid balance, muscle function, and nerve transmission in the human body. In recent years, there has been a trend toward reducing salt intake to improve overall health. But what would happen if you were to eliminate salt entirely from your…
Here’s the Best Time and Correct Way to Measure Blood Pressure (Infographics)
March 17, 2023
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High blood pressure (hypertension) is known as the “invisible killer.” The patients usually do not have obvious symptoms, so they tend to ignore it and may not even be aware that they have hypertension. However, long-term uncontrolled blood pressure may lead to serious complications such as heart disease, stroke, and kidney failure. So what readings…
Hypertension Is a ‘Silent Killer’, Ancient Therapy Can Help Reduce Its Risk
High blood pressure (hypertension) is often called the “silent killer” because it usually lurks behind the scenes and does all the damage that can increase the risk of heart, brain, kidney, and other diseases and is a leading cause of premature death. Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) recommends tapping several acupoints to help promote blood circulation…
Have High Blood Pressure? Traditional Chinese Medicine May Help
High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, occurs when the force of the blood flowing through the blood vessels, is consistently too high. Normal blood pressure is less than 120/80 mmHg. If your blood pressure readings are between 120/80 mmHg and 140/90 mmHg, it could mean you’re at risk of developing high blood pressure. The…
3 Main Causes of Hypertension, 3 Ways to Lower Blood Pressure Without Taking Medicine
Hypertension is sometimes called a “silent killer,” and is feared by many. According to the 2017 American Heart Association guidelines, when blood pressure is measured during a tranquil, unagitated state and reads high more than three times within two consecutive weeks, one is considered to be suffering from high blood pressure (hypertension). Once diagnosed, simply…
Is High Blood Pressure Overtreated?
Concerned about a high blood pressure reading at your last doctor’s appointment? Your concern may be misplaced. Some doctors believe that hypertension is commonly over- or misdiagnosed, and official blood pressure guidelines from medical organizations around the world differ. Blood pressure measures the force the heart exerts on blood vessels. Systolic pressure (the first or…
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