Maintaining healthy weight helps keep blood pressure low through life

New research shows maintaining a healthy weight throughout life – more so than four other health behaviors studied – is important to help keep blood pressure in check, according to research presented…

High blood pressure: Sodium may not be the culprit

Over recent years, salt has been labelled as a hypertension-causing monster. A new study asks whether this accusation might be somewhat overblown.

Potassium as important as sodium for healthy blood pressure

High sodium intake is known to impact blood pressure. A recent review demonstrates that potassium intake may also be important in reducing hypertension.

Caffeine may complicate blood pressure treatment and diagnosis

Caffeine has been linked to increases in blood pressure, and a new study suggests that it may interfere with blood pressure testing and treatment.

Can sesame-based ingredients reduce oxidative stress?

The antioxidant boosting properties of sesame, and especially sesame oil, can have a significant effect on oxidative stress, improving human health, according to a systematic review published in…

Reducing the sodium content of packaged foods: How does Canada measure up?

In 2010, as part of a national sodium reduction strategy, a multi-stakeholder working group published Canada’s Sodium Reduction Strategy.

Yogurt may protect women from developing high blood pressure

Women who ate five or more servings of yogurt per week had a lower risk of developing high blood pressure compared to those who rarely ate yogurt, according to research presented at the American…

Daily dose of beetroot juice improved endurance and blood pressure

Scientists at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center have found that a daily dose of beetroot juice significantly improved exercise endurance and blood pressure in elderly patients with heart failure…

Daily dose of beetroot juice improved endurance and blood pressure

Scientists at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center have found that a daily dose of beetroot juice significantly improved exercise endurance and blood pressure in elderly patients with heart failure…

With a broken circadian clock, even a low-salt diet can raise resting blood pressure, promote disease

In the face of a disrupted circadian rhythm, a low-salt diet and a hormone known to constrict blood vessels have the same unhealthy result: elevated resting blood pressure and vascular disease…

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