Blood pressure is the force exerted on the walls of your arteries as the heart pumps blood. This force continually changes in response to your environmental and emotional states. Generally, you want to keep your blood pressure below 120/80 mmHg....
Blood pressure, the measure of the force of blood against the walls of arteries, contributes to overall health. Doctors diagnose patients with blood pressure readings of 140 mmHg or more and/or 90 mmHg or more with high blood pressure, according...
When your blood pressure gets too high you are at a greater risk for a heart attack or stroke. There are many factors that can contribute to high blood pressure, including being overweight, sedentary, smoking and eating an unhealthy diet. Since...
It may take time and a lot of diligence to find the right medications, at the right dose, with the least problems and with the easiest lifestyle modifications to effectively lower blood pressure, but the risks are high for health complications if...
According to the National Kidney Foundation, chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a worldwide public health problem affecting nearly 50 million people. More than half of the people who have CKD also have high blood pressure. CKD can cause hypertension...
Low blood pressure, also known as hypotension, is considered to be less than 90 mm/Hg systolic or 60 mm/hg diastolic. In most cases hypotension is ideal, however, it can result in severe complications for some people. Low blood pressure may cause...
Low blood pressure, or hypotension, describes blood pressure that is 90/60 or lower, according to the Mayo Clinic. There are many causes of low blood pressure, and depending on underlying causes, different problems may occur. Low blood pressure is...
Blood pressure is the force blood exerts on the walls of the blood vessels throughout the body. High blood pressure, or hypertension, is often called the "silent killer," because it often produces no symptoms, but can lead to many dangerous...
In a 2004 issue of the “Annals of Internal Medicine,” Dr. Tien Yin Wong states that 50 million Americans suffer from high blood pressure. It is the second leading cause of kidney disease after diabetes.
Low blood pressure, also called hypotension, does not necessarily indicate a serious problem. A sudden drop in blood pressure may happen when someone stands up too quickly and the body cannot bring the pressure back to normal fast enough. The...
Kundalini yoga is a branch of yoga based on the teachings of Yogi Bhajan. While most of the Kundalini yoga poses should be familiar to an average yoga student, a few noticeable differences in style, philosophy and pose names should be noted....
There are many possible causes for erectile dysfunction (commonly called impotence), including emotional and relationship problems, other health conditions like diabetes and high blood pressure, being overweight and medication side effects....
Exercising in the water is a low-impact way to work virtually every muscle in your body and gives you a good aerobic workout. As an added bonus, the resistance of the water against your movements helps tone your muscles with basic exercises that...
Sculpted abdominal muscles require a progressive strategy. Reduce dietary fat intake and burn it with aerobic exercise. Correct the postural misalignment that causes the belly to protrude. Drink enough water to prevent the bloat associated with...
Blood pressure readings reflect the pressure in the arteries when the heart is pumping and at rest. Although blood pressure is frequently measured to check for hypertension, abnormally low blood pressure may be the result of other health conditions.
Bikram yoga, also called hot yoga, is a type of yoga that uses 26 asanas, or postures, performed in a room that is heated to 105 degrees F. According to Bikram's Yoga College of India, this temperature helps soften the body to increase flexibility...
High blood pressure, a condition in which blood moves through the body's arteries at too great a force, can be dangerous for pregnant women and their fetuses alike. High blood pressure affects about six to eight percent of all U.S. pregnancies,...
Proper blood pressure is essential for heart health, as well as the prevention of strokes and heart attacks. According to Dr. James Balch and Phyllis Balch, authors of "Prescription for Nutritional Healing," hypertension is a condition...
Viagra is a pharmaceutical product manufactured by Pfizer, Inc. that is meant to be a non-surgical alternative to treating erectile dysfunction, according to the University of Maryland Medical Center. Viagra dilates the blood vessels of the penis...
Grey sea salt is frequently marketed as a lower-sodium and heart-healthy alternative to regular, or refined, table salt. Unfortunately, these claims don't have much basis in fact. Although grey sea salt and refined salt are gathered and processed...
Nutrition habits have a direct affect on physical health and wellness. Healthy eating plans can reduce the chance of developing chronic high blood pressure and problems with cholesterol. High blood pressure occurs when blood is forced through the...
Certain medications, including those used to treat blood pressure problems, can lead to hair loss. The loss typically begins within a few days or weeks from the time you start a new medication or your doctor changes your dosage, says...
Blood pressure represents the force of blood on the walls of the arteries as it travels through the circulatory system. Normal blood pressure is 120/80 mm/Hg or lower, according to MedlinePlus. Because high blood pressure increases the risk for...
The dietary supplement passion flower has been used as a remedy for some psychological disorders and sleep disturbances. Some people believe passion flower is a natural way to control blood pressure, but there is little evidence supporting this...
If you are experiencing a problem with blood pressure, regular supplementation with herbal teas may help lower or raise your blood pressure, as well as support treatment of underlying complications. Herbal teas can support lifestyle changes and...
Vesicoureteral reflux in children refers to the abnormal flow of urine from the bladder (which holds urine) back up to the ureters (tubes that lead to the kidney), according to the Mayo Clinic. Urine is made in the kidney and is supposed to flow...
Coenzyme Q-10, often abbreviated CoQ-10, is a chemical similar in structure to vitamins. It is involved in many biological processes throughout the body, particularly in the liver, heart, pancreas and kidneys. CoQ-10 supplements are frequently...
Nasal inflammation causes your immune system to release histamines and leukotrienes, with accompanying mucous and the irritation of a "runny nose." Antihistamines combat the production of histamines, which is often caused by allergic rhinitis....
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