A new research found that measuring blood oxygen levels at home is a safe way for people with COVID-19 to spot signs that their health could be deteriorating. Pulse oximeters are widely available, ...
New research published in the journal Nutrients found that at six weeks of taking aged black garlic, participants saw significant reductions of diastolic blood pressure compared to the placebo grou...
Potassium-Rich Bananas May Help Lower Blood Pressure These portable, easy-to-peel fruits are low in sodium and they're also a good source of potassium, which can help to lower blood pressure, says...
If you’ve been diagnosed with hypertension, or high blood pressure, your doctor has probably advised you to make a number of lifestyle modifications, such as exercise and dietary changes. According...
High blood pressure, also called hypertension, is a common disease that occurs when the pressure in your arteries is higher than it should be. Signs and Symptoms of High Blood Pressure Most people...
Blood pressure cuffs really aren’t one-size-fits-all. To the contrary, a recent study suggests that people who get their blood pressure checked with a cuff that’s the wrong size for their arm circu...
If you’re a breastfeeding parent, finding a pump which works for you can be a game-changer. Whether you are just occasionally expressing for an evening away from your baby or you are exclusively pu...
Don’t Fear the Fever Once you have a temperature reading, here’s how to determine whether it’s normal or a fever. • For adults, a normal body temperature can range from 97°F to 99°F. • For babies a...
The common cold, flu, COVID-19, and other viruses are currently circulating among us simultaneously. All of these viruses can cause miserable symptoms, but for many, a fever can be especially conce...
At the end of a five-year study, the data showed that when someone worked 49 or more hours per week, their risk of developing sustained hypertension increased by 66%. In a study three years ago in ...