Despite a nationwide effort to control blood pressure, the number of seniors hospitalized for a sudden, sharp rise in blood pressure surged ... Read More
How to get an Accurate Blood Pressure Reading at Home
If you are over 50 and you have high blood pressure, which affects Blacks at a higher rate than other ethnic groups, or a health condition ... Read More
3 Benefits Of Adding Mindful Practices To Your Daily Routine
Contemplative practices such as yoga, meditation, and mindfulness are becoming increasingly more popular in many urban communities. From ... Read More
Surprising Factors That Could Be Spiking Your Blood Pressure
An alarming percentage of African Americans have been diagnosed with high blood pressure. In fact, data shows that Black people are almost ... Read More
10 Superfoods To Ward Off Heart Disease
Give your heart a boost and prevent cardiovascular diseases like stroke and heart disease by chowing down on superfoods. Aim for foods rich ... Read More
5 Kitchen Tools That Will Help You Lose Weight
Your Kitchen may be equipped with various tools such as basic appliances and utensils that are perfect for weight loss. However, a dieter's ... Read More
Dizzy All The Time? Your Blood Pressure May Be Too Low
Most people have had their blood pressure dip below normal from time to time. If it's a regular occurrence though, something serious could ... Read More
9 Ways To Take Better Care of Your Kidneys
Your kidneys probably aren't getting enough attention. Most of the 26 million American adults that have kidney disease don't ... Read More
My Story: “There Is Life After Stroke”
There is life after a stroke. Wanda Walton and her family had just spent the afternoon in the Los Angeles area. She was driving home on ... Read More
5 Amazing Foods that Lower High Blood Pressure
High blood pressure – otherwise known as hypertension – is a global nightmare. Isn't it sickening that more than 1 billion people on our ... Read More
Stress Can Kill: Hypertension In Black Americans
Chronically high levels of stress may increase Black Americans' risk of high blood pressure, a new study suggests. "Given the ... Read More
Metabolic Syndrome: A Concerning Cluster of Conditions
While most laypeople may not have heard of metabolic syndrome, it is estimated that up to one-third of Americans may actually live with this ... Read More