(Natural News) Mindfulness has been getting a lot of buzz as a way to combat stress recently, and this is one trend that has some solid backing behind it. This approach sees people focusing their mind fully on what is happening around them, what they’re doing, and the space in which they are moving. It […]

(Natural News) A study found that everyday magnesium intake significantly reduces blood pressure in a month, reported the Daily Mail. It stated that taking the recommended dose of 300 milligrams (mg) for males lowered hypertension and boosted the flow of blood. Researchers suggested that people who suffer from, or are at-risk of, high blood pressure should […]

(Natural News) Often touted as a “silent killer,” hypertension or high blood pressure affects some 1.13 billion people worldwide — that’s around one in three adults in the United States. If you are on blood pressure medication, then chances are you are being overdosed. A new first-of-its-kind study showed that smaller doses are just as […]

(Natural News) A recent study published in the World Journal of Cardiovascular Diseases revealed that while magnesium levels may play a role in the onset of hypertension, consuming magnesium-rich foods like cocoa and dark chocolate may lower blood pressure levels. According to the study, magnesium may help mitigate hypertension by regulating the body’s blood flow. To […]

(Natural News) It has long been believed that cutting down on your sodium intake can reduce your blood pressure and your risk of cardiovascular disease. However, new findings that were announced at the Experimental Biology 2017 meeting have challenged that long-standing piece of wisdom. Lynn L. Moore, Associate Professor of Medicine at the Boston University […]

(Natural News) The harmful effects of energy drinks go beyond their caffeine content, a recent study revealed. According to the authors, a large number of research have long established that energy drinks may adversely affect cardiac health, but none has actually examined the safety of the other ingredients. There are more than 500 energy drink […]

(Natural News) Flaxseed is one of the oldest crops that humans have cultivated. It was initially grown in the U.S. by colonists for use in textile production. Years of research have shown that flaxseed and its byproducts contain high levels of essential vitamins and minerals, making the crop a staple superfood in various diet schemes. An […]

(Natural News) Touted as a “silent killer” by the American Heart Association, some 85 million Americans – or one out of every three adults – suffer from high blood pressure. Since there are usually no obvious symptoms, nearly 20 percent of these people don’t even know they have blood pressure issues. If left untreated, high blood […]

(Natural News) Before you reach for your statin medicine, try changing your lifestyle. This was the conclusion researchers at the American College of Cardiology made after finishing their first randomized, double-blind trial of alternative treatments for high blood pressure. Online behavioral therapy, also known as electronic counseling, was proven to decrease blood pressure by 10 […]

(Natural News) Keeping your blood pressure at a normal, healthy level is paramount to overall health. It also helps to reduce your risk of experiencing a heart attack, heart failure, kidney disease, vision problems, or having a stroke. High blood pressure is a known risk factor for all of these conditions, and many other life-threatening […]