The Circulatory
4 Things to Know About Alcohol & Dry January
1. Alcohol Raises Your Blood Pressure
When it comes to controlling blood pressure, moderating alcohol intake is an important lifestyle choice.
More than one or two drinks in one sitting temporarily creates a rapid rise in your BP. If you already have high BP, this rapid rise could cause a stroke.
Vitamin D: The Sunshine Vitamin
Fall is upon us and the days are getting shorter. With daylight at a premium, it's even more important to pay attention to the amount of Vitamin D we're getting. Unfortunately, over 40% of Americans are estimated to be Vitamin D deficient. Furthermore, numerous clinical studies have shown that there is an association between high blood pressure and low levels of vitamin D.
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