by Christian Goodman | Apr 2, 2021
Beans have long been praised for having various health benefits. But a new study from Mexico shows exactly how one particular type of bean beats high blood pressure with a knockout blow. Not only does it load your body with antioxidants that lower blood pressure, it...
by Scott Davis | Mar 28, 2021
Decades of studies have concluded that physical activity is essential for preventing cardiovascular disease. But how much exercise is enough to prevent heart attack and stroke? A new study published in PLOS Medicine addresses this question using a new technology. And...
by Christian Goodman | Mar 26, 2021
Stunningly, a cheap, safe, common herb has now been proved to be as effective as one of the leading blood pressure medications, without any side effects. What’s more, in this double-blind study, the herb also optimized cholesterol levels in participants – whereas the...
by Christian Goodman | Mar 19, 2021
Sometimes the medical world is just too weird. This was demonstrated when scientists discovered how to use a specific “paper clip” to cure high blood pressure. It works for people who have been unsuccessful with blood pressure medications, and the results are...
by Christian Goodman | Mar 13, 2021
We tend to think that over-the-counter medications (that you don’t need a prescription to obtain) are pretty safe to take. But if you have high blood pressure, you must avoid this one type of over-the-counter medication. Otherwise, it can skyrocket your blood pressure...
by Scott Davis | Mar 6, 2021
A new study published in the journal Heart investigates how much of our heart attack risk is caused not by the type of foods we eat, but how we cook them. These researchers concluded that one of the most popular cooking methods for meat, fish, and potatoes is also one...