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Researchers at Harding University have found that caffeine raises blood pressure in kids during exercise but, surprisingly, lowers their heart rates. Doctors believe that heavy consumption of caffeine-loaded sodas and energy drinks may set up kids for hypertension later in life.
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Pulse
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
The pulse is the number of heartbeats per minute.Alternative NamesHeart rate; Heart beatHow the test is performedThe pulse is measured at the:Back of... Read more »
Pulse: bounding
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
A bounding pulse is a strong and forceful pulse.See also: Heart palpitationsAlternative NamesBounding pulseConsiderationsA bounding pulse can often... Read more »
Pulse: weak or absent
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
A weak pulse means you have difficulty feeling a person's pulse (heartbeat). An absent pulse means you cannot detect a pulse at all.See also:... Read more »
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