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Posts Tagged ‘high blood pressure’

Excessive, Regular Alcohol Use And Its Long Term Effects On Health

As the oldest and most frequently consumed drug in the world, alcohol has secured itself a special position because its use is considered normal. This contrasts significantly with other drug use that is generally frowned upon. But, despite being given this special consideration, alcohol, like all drugs, can cause injury to the body. While this [...]

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Knowing The Health Problems That Cause Memory Loss As We Age

As the second most common fear associated with aging, loss of memory is a serious health issue. However, we often concentrate on the memory loss itself instead of the different underlying health conditions that can cause it. By instead being aware of these conditions and working to resolve them, we have a far better chance of retaining of sharp mind as we age.

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How Best To Get The 8 Health Benefits Of Apples

Although the saying “An Apple A Day…” is well known, medical science is still discovering the many health benefits of apples. At the same time, science is making the clear the best way to get these nutritional and health benefits.

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7 Ways to Naturally Lower High Blood Pressure through Diet

Despite being considered a well managed condition, high blood pressure still contributes to 1 in 7 deaths. As a result, it is important to consider more than just medications when it comes to trying to fight hypertension in order to reduce our health risks.

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Doctors Putting The Bed Rest Prescription To Bed

As a standard prescription to promote healing, bed rest long has been regarded by patients and doctors alike as an important part of the healing process. However, the value of being on one’s back is now very much losing its appeal.

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Air Pollution Not Just Red Dust in the Wind

Following the toxic sludge leak in Hungary, people there and in the US are concerned about air pollution from metal processing plants. While this dust may be dangerous, it is also important to be aware of the many source of particulate air pollution.

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Sleep Interrupted and the Many Risks from Sleep Apnea

While not getting a good night’s sleep will make most of us a little less focused and potentially a little cranky, some problems associated with poor sleep are actually dangerous. Sleep apnea is one such condition that increases the risks of other health disorders.

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