Exercise Not Only Reduces Excess Weight

Exercise Not Only Reduces Excess Weight    

Other Benefits Include Lower Blood Pressure, Stress Reduction, And Higher Metabolism An Bone Density    

Most people link exercising to reducing excess weight. However, there are other reasons for making exercises that are as important as or even more important than weight loss. One of them is reducing blood pressure – it strengthens the heart, allowing it to pump more blood with less effort and less stress on the blood vessels. It also lowers stress due to the production of endorphin by the brain, a hormone that makes gives us a positive sensation, feeling good. Even if you are not overweight, the muscle still contains body fat, which is trimmed out by exercise. Besides obtaining a lean muscle mass, increases metabolism, builds bone density, benefits the immune system, and helps reverse insulin resistance, reducing the risk of diabetes. Check all the benefits of exercise, besides weight loss. More details click here.

 

New Hypertension Treatment Based On Electroacupuncture

New Hypertension Treatment Based On Electroacupuncture    

There is a treatment or hypertension based on electroacupuncture. It increases the release of a certain opioid that controls hypertension. The lower blood pressure lasted for three days after the treatment. Additional information click here.

 

Study: Small Cluster Of Cells Responsible For Controlling Blood Pressure

Study: Small Cluster Of Cells Responsible For Controlling Blood Pressure    

High blood pressure is usually treated with medicines and a change of habits. However, it has been discovered that a small cluster of cells located near the carotid artery can cause high blood pressure. Researches removed this body the size of a rice grain and it resulted in an immediate drop in blood pressure. Apparently, this body monitors the oxygen level in the blood, informing the brain to increase the blood pressure, and this monitoring can give false readings. Click here for more info.

 

Walnuts Will Help With Depression, Arthritis, And Cardiovascular Health

Walnuts Will Help With Depression, Arthritis, And Cardiovascular Health    

It Helps Increase The Bacterial Diversity In The Digestive System    

Walnuts have beneficial effects on the microorganisms of the gut, which reduces the risk of bowel cancer, improves digestion, brain health, and weight loss. A healthy microflora in the gut will also have a positive impact on the cardiovascular system, depression, and arthritis. One of the reason is that walnuts are the only nut that has a significant amount of omega-3 fatty acids. They act as a prebiotic, helping to grow and increase the diversity of the bacteria which keeps a healthy digestive system. More info click here.

 

High Cholesterol And Hypertension Have No Symptoms – How To Detect Them

High Cholesterol And Hypertension Have No Symptoms – How To Detect Them    

There are harmful conditions that don’t reveal any symptoms. Among them are hypertension and high cholesterol. In the US, the statistics show that 30% of the adult population has high cholesterol, but only half of them get treatments. In the case of hypertension, the numbers are similar. Untreated, they can result in a heart attack. Hypertension is detected via a sphygmomanometer or blood pressure monitor, and high cholesterol can be detected via a blood test. Click here for more information.

 

Negative Effects Of Sleep Apnea On Blood Pressure

Negative Effects Of Sleep Apnea On Blood Pressure    

Sleep apnea occurs when the air passage in the body is interrupted when sleeping, resulting in loud snoring and in breathing interruptions which can last from ten seconds to one minute. This leads to poor sleeping and a sense of fatigue on the next day. Among its consequences are high blood pressure, cardiovascular disease and a high risk of heart attack, depression, and diabetes. Check the full list. More Information click here.

 

Hypertension Can Result In Stroke In Elderly Patients

Hypertension Can Result In Stroke In Elderly Patients    

One of the possible consequences of high blood pressure in seniors is a stroke. This happens when a ruptured blood vessel or a clog in the brain causes a sudden loss in brain function. Among the complications are paralysis, memory loss, emotional problems, and pain. Learn about the complications. More Information click here.