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11/19/2018 / By Edsel Cook

Hypertensive patients greatly benefit from aerobic exercise: Study

Aerobic exercise is highly recommended for people who want to improve or maintain their cardiovascular health. An American study indicated that intense sessions of this physical exercise could benefit people treated for hypertension. Hypertension, also known as high blood pressure, is a medical condition where the blood pressure of the patient is constantly high. It […]

10/30/2018 / By Zoey Sky

Chinese exercise qigong found to ease hypertension

According to a group of researchers, qigong, a form of traditional Chinese exercise, can help ease the symptoms of hypertension (high blood pressure). In the study, which was published in the journal Focus on Alternative and Complementary Therapies, the authors examined how qigong can help improve the health condition of patients with hypertension. Hypertension refers to the constant […]

10/27/2018 / By Janine Acero

“Scientific” assumptions: Researchers determine skipping breakfast may lead to hardening of the arteries

New research published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology concludes that skipping breakfast can increase the risk of developing atherosclerosis, or narrowing of arteries due to plaque build-up. This is the first time the association between breakfast and atherosclerosis was ever evaluated in a study. “People who regularly skip breakfast likely have an overall unhealthy […]

10/22/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

Keep at it! Constant exercise keeps your heart healthy

Undergoing yearly exercise training programs can improve the heart health of people with metabolic syndrome, according to a study published in the Journal of Hypertension. Metabolic syndrome refers to a group of conditions occurring together, such as increased blood pressure, high blood sugar, excess body fat around the waist, and abnormal cholesterol or triglyceride levels, […]

10/18/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

The long-term effects of exercise on cardiac health

A study published in the Journal of Hypertension suggests that undergoing yearly training programs can improve the heart health of people with metabolic syndrome. In the study, researchers from Spain aimed to determine whether repeated yearly training programs can improve blood pressure and metabolic syndrome. Researchers from the University of Castilla-La Mancha and Health Service […]

10/16/2018 / By Edsel Cook

Exercising too hard? Prevent heart damage with ginseng and red sage

Hard exercise is rough on the muscles, even if you’ve prepared for it ahead of time. A sudden bout of eccentric exertion can cause arterial stiffening for days on end. However, the results of a Taiwanese study indicate that you can speed up your recovery from vascular stiffening by taking ginseng and red sage as herbal […]

10/11/2018 / By Isabelle Z.

Regular sauna bathing reduces your risk of vascular disease and mental health disorders, according to new study

When is the last time you visited a sauna? Although they’ve been around for thousands of years, saunas have never quite gained the popularity in the United States that they enjoy in other parts of the world, particularly Scandinavia. That’s unfortunate because these heated rooms can provide a lot more than relaxation; they also offer […]

09/19/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

Increasing your physical activity over 6 years in middle age significantly reduces your risk of heart failure

How active you are during middle age can make it or break it for you. Increasing your physical activity over six years in middle age can significantly lower your risk of heart failure, according to an observational study published in the journal Circulation. The study also found that the opposite may be true: Lack of […]

07/26/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

Fasting “crash” diets can be dangerous if you’re obese: The quick release of fat gathers around your heart, compromising heart function

Crash diets, also known as meal replacement programs, continuously gain attention because these can help in losing weight, decreasing blood pressure, and reversing diabetes. However, these may have adverse effects on the heart. A new study presented to the European Society of Cardiology found that crash diets, or those with very-low-calorie content, can increase the […]

07/23/2018 / By Carol Anderson

Keep your heart young and healthy by exercising 4 to 5 days a week

Healthcare experts always recommend engaging in physical activities, and for good reason. Exercising does a lot of good to the overall health of a person. In fact, one study, recently published in The Journal of Physiology, suggests that exercising four to five times a week can actually slow down the aging of your heart. Researchers from the Institute […]

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