The Circulatory
The Mighty Beet:: The Natural Superfood with Diuretic Properties
What’s so important about their ability to act as a diuretic? Doctors often prescribe diuretics for patients with high BP. The reason for this is that diuretics help remove sodium, and subsequently water, from the body. By reducing the fluid in your body, there is less fluid that needs to go through your blood vessels and therefore less pressure is put on your pumping heart.
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From Tart to Heart: How Cranberry Juice Helps Lower Blood Pressure
Cranberry juice is a delicious and refreshing beverage that is packed with nutrients and has a number of health benefits. One of the benefits of cranberry juice that is particularly noteworthy is its ability to help lower blood pressure.
Chocolate Lovers Rejoice: How Cocoa Can Help Lower Blood Pressure
Who doesn't love chocolate? As someone who enjoys the occasional indulgence in a rich, dark chocolate treat, I was thrilled to dive into the latest research linking cocoa consumption to cardiovascular health benefits, particularly in lowering blood pressure.
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Have A Healthy Fourth of July!
Fourth of July week is here! For so many of us, the past year has felt much longer than usual. But thankfully, we can finally have the weather and the safety (using CDC recommendations) to be outside together having some fun in the sun. Plus, the sun will help to boost our body’s Vitamin D production, which helps to boost our mood and helps to normalize our blood pressure.
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