(Natural News) The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that around 75 million Americans, or one in three adults, have hypertension. Unfortunately, many of them don’t even know that they have the condition since it rarely produces any symptoms at its onset. In 2014, the agency reported that high blood pressure was either a primary or contributing cause […]

(Natural News) In this study, researchers from Arizona State University revealed that eating leafy green salads could potentially reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease in postmenopausal women. They published their findings in the journal Nutrition Research. Postmenopausal women have a higher risk of cardiovascular disease than men of the same age or premenopausal women. The loss of estrogen, which […]

(Natural News) We’ve all had it drilled into our heads that high cholesterol is bad and bringing it down with statins can prevent a heart attack. However, that doesn’t explain why many people who take statins still end up developing cardiovascular disease. A recent study shows that there’s far more to the cardiovascular disease equation […]

(Natural News) Black cumin seed is derived from the Nigella sativa plant, a small flowering shrub native to Eastern Europe, western Asia and the Middle East. While they may not look like much, these tiny black seeds have been used in medicinal remedies for thousands of years to treat a wide range of health conditions, including certain […]

(Natural News) Researchers from the Penn State Heart and Vascular Institute made a remarkable discovery on the difference between chronic smokers and nonsmokers. They found that smoking interferes with the body’s natural ability to self-correct blood pressure. The difference was significant. Chronic smokers experience blood pressure spikes about two times greater than nonsmokers. They also […]

(Natural News) Years of research have established a positive collaboration between estrogen and vitamin D to improve bone health. Now, recent research suggests that this dynamic duo could also play a role in staving off metabolic syndrome in postmenopausal women. Metabolic syndrome is described as a cluster of conditions – such as obesity, high blood sugar and […]

(Natural News) Seaweed, or sea vegetables, are an extremely versatile and popular superfood. They’re used to wrap sushi rolls, are used as a main ingredient in many soups and stews and are a common ingredient in many dietary supplements. Many around the world love to eat them because of their taste, their versatility and because of the […]

(Natural News) The American Heart Association lists heart disease as one of the leading causes of death in the US. This statistic emphasizes the need to find ways to prevent the onset of this deadly disease. Making healthy lifestyle choices, including proper dietary choices, is one of the best ways to keep your heart and […]

(Natural News) When it comes to eating, it’s important to understand what goes inside your food – especially when it comes to carbohydrates. Carbohydrates, which most people refer to as “carbs,” are divided into two categories: simple and complex carbohydrates. Understanding how each interacts with the body can help a person choose which foods to eat. A […]

(Natural News) Researchers from La Trobe University in Australia reviewed randomized controlled trials investigating the effects of herbs and spices on blood pressure. The findings of their systematic review and meta-analysis were published in the Journal of Hypertension. Hypertension, also known as high blood pressure, is a major risk factor for cardiovascular disease. It affects 1 […]