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Reduce Your Risk 0f Heart Disease

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Are you at risk of heart disease?

Eating heart-friendly foods and getting adequate exercise may be all you need to prevent heart disease, but what about people who already have one or more risk factors? Depending on individual circumstances and test scores, the new cardiologists will devise a course of supplements and nutrients to address specific problems. (Note that many of these … Read more

Slow aging, prevent heart attacks and lower blood pressure!

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For thousands of year, pomegranates have stood as a symbol of rebirth, fertility, and eternal life, and according to a new study published in the journal Nature Medicine, the fruit may live up to its expectations and have the power to stop us from aging. Scientists Discover Anti-Aging Compound That Humans Get From Eating Pomegranates … Read more

Olive leaf: the little known secret to fighting cancer, diabetes and more

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The health benefits of olive leaf

Olive leaf is the leaf of the olive tree (Olea europaea). Although the health benefits of olive oil are well known, the leaf has been used medicinally for centuries. Olive trees are native to Asia, South America and Austrialia. They are cultivated in Mediterranean countries. The leaves were first used medicinally in Ancient Egypt and … Read more

7 Tips for a Healthy Heart

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The heart is on of the most critical organs in our body. Until we have a cardiac event we generally take it for granted. Below you will find 7 tips for a healthy heart. 1. Link mind, body, and breath “Yoga, t’ai chi, and qigong combine physical exercise with a meditative focus on the breath, … Read more

15 Common Supplement Ingredients That Are Making You Sick!

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From omega-3s to prenatal vitamins, supplements can provide major benefits. But a new analysis from Consumer Reports reveals many ingredients found in popular supplements could seriously compromise your health. Unlike prescription drugs and OTC medicines like ibuprofen or aspirin, “supplements are not tested for safety and efficacy by the FDA,” say Ellen Kunes, who leads … Read more

Drinking 2 Cups of Beetroot Juice Can BOOST Energy, Fight Cancer and More

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By: Dr. Steven Masley What is the Best Vegetable for Your Heart? I’ve had this lively discussion with colleagues for years, and in the past we would have argued over broccoli, spinach, and kale, but there is new information that has surprised me. It might surprise you too, because at the moment, I would pick beets. Plus, … Read more

Warning: if you have these 6 symptoms, you could have a heart attack in the next month

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In America, the leading cause of death is heart attacks. 25% of deaths in the country are due to heart attacks, outranking cancer as the number one killer. The three major causes of heart attacks are high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and smoking. According to the Center For Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), there are … Read more

The silent killer: 7 types of people who’re most likely to get high blood pressure

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The blood running through each person’s veins provides the oxygen needed for all organs to function within the body. When the heart must exert extra force in order to circulate blood, however, health complications may occur as a result from the stress of high blood pressure. The Center for Disease Control reports that one in three Americans suffer from high blood pressure, with a financial impact of nearly fifty billion dollars in medical expenses per year. What should individuals know about high blood pressure and adverse health risks?

Risks Of High Pressure

Our blood vessels need to be able to withstand a great deal of force throughout our lifetimes. Just like anything else in the world, however, too much force results in ruptures. A blood vessel rupture means different things for different parts of the body: a rupture within the brain leads to a stroke, while a rupture within the leg results in an infraction. When cells impact the vessels due to high pressure, scarring occurs that can trap cholesterol, plaque, and even blood cells, developing clogs that can impede blood flow altogether. Blood clots do serious harm to nearby organs: organ failure occurs when the necessary blood cannot reach its location. A clog within the heart can lead to a heart attack, which The Heart Foundation notes will affect an American every thirty seconds.

A Common Condition

The unhealthy American lifestyle of high-calorie diets and minimal exercise has made high blood pressure into a nationwide epidemic. By 2030, over 40% of all Americans will suffer from high blood pressure. Forty-seven percent of all Americans do not have their blood pressure under any type of control, with one in five unaware of the condition itself. During 2010, no fewer than one thousand Americans died every day from high blood pressure and complications resulting from the conditions. Given that two in three Americans are overweight, while one in three children are overweight, high blood pressure represents a critical issue both now and in the future.

Risk Factors

Family history represents one of the largest factors of risk for blood pressure. Age comes close, as blood vessels become inflexible in the natural course of aging. A sedentary lifestyle, without much activity either in the workplace or at home, increases the risk of high blood pressure, and along with it obesity, heart disease, and stroke. A diet high in salt and excessive alcohol consumption can also result in high blood pressure. It’s important to stay informed to stay healthy. Take a look at this informative infographic below, developed by Carrington.edu, and then share the information with friends and family to help protect loved ones from high blood pressure, also known as “the silent killer.”

 

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