(Natural News) High blood pressure, or hypertension, is often called the “silent killer.” As the ominous name suggests, hypertension doesn’t have obvious symptoms, which can mean trouble for those who have the condition. But if you want to prevent hypertension, you need to make certain lifestyle changes, such as eating more fresh fruits and vegetables. […]

(Natural News) Avocado lovers are in for a treat. Researchers from Mashhad University of Medical Sciences in Iran found that eating this delicious superfood daily can significantly reduce a person’s risk of metabolic syndrome. Metabolic syndrome is a health condition characterized by elevated blood sugar and cholesterol levels, high blood pressure, and obesity. People who suffer from […]

(Natural News) Keep your heart healthy by taking roselle every day. A study published in the Journal of Complementary and Integrative Medicine has found that roselle (Hibiscus sabdariffa L.) contains powerful antihypertensive effects, such as lowering systolic blood pressure and reducing serum triglyceride levels. A team of researchers at Isfahan University of Medical Sciences in […]

(Natural News) In traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), acupuncture is often used to relieve pain and other health complaints. According to the results of a study, acupuncture is just as effective as drug therapy when treating high blood pressure (hypertension). The study was conducted by researchers from the Jiaozuo Tongren Hospital in China. Can acupuncture reduce high […]

(Natural News) According to findings from a 2018 review, women who take birth control pills are at higher risk of developing ischemic stroke. The review, which was conducted by researchers from the Loyola University Medical Center, is an updated account of a 2003 paper previously published in the journal Medlink Neurology. Before this review, several studies have […]

(Natural News) We need a lot of nutrients to keep our organs in tip-top shape. While our bodies cannot produce everything it needs to achieve its optimum function, food can supplement our nutritional requirements. One nutrient whose supply is dependent on dietary intake is folate, a type of B-vitamin. There are many health benefits associated with […]

(Natural News) Bees are one of the greatest gifts to mankind. They don’t just play a crucial role in pollination, they also produce various nutrient-rich substances such as honey and the lesser known bee propolis. The latter, which is also called bee glue, results from the metabolism of a resin secreted by trees. This process produces a […]

(Natural News) A study published in the Canadian Family Physician says that more than half of Canadian doctors still use manual devices to check for blood pressure which increases the risk of misdiagnosis. There are now automatic electronic devices that are able to detect small changes in a person’s blood pressure, and may be more […]

(Natural News) Obese postmenopausal women may improve their heart health by undergoing whole-body vibration training for at least eight weeks, according to a study published in The Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine. Researchers in the U.S. reached this conclusion after analyzing the effect of an eight-week whole-body vibration exercise program on heart rate variability […]

(Natural News) Exercise has long been implicated in maintaining overall health, but a recent review published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology stresses how vital it is to cardiovascular health. This paper, which was written by researchers from the U.S. and Austria, is part of an eight-part series focusing on different risk factors […]