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Lisa Nelson, RD, LN

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Vegetables to Lower Blood Pressure

Vegetables to Lower Blood Pressure   Are you familiar with the DASH (Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension) Diet? The DASH Diet is a very effective plan to lower blood pressure. However, it can be difficult to follow, especially if you don’t currently consume many vegetables. The DASH Diet calls for 4-5 servings of vegetables each... Read moreChevron
posted 05/27/2013, comments (0)|
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How to Find the Best Blood Pressure Monitor

How to Find the Best Blood Pressure Monitor   Blood pressure should be checked every two years after the age of 21, annual checks after age 50, more frequent checks if you have risk factors.  It is easiest to treat high blood pressure if you catch the gradual increase early on.  If you have a family history of heart disease or... Read moreChevron
posted 04/25/2013, comments (0)|
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DIFFERENT BLOOD PRESSURE N' WATER PILL'S MEDS

I STARTED TAKING MY BLOOD-PRESSURE MEDS BAK IN MAY OF THIS YR. 2012.  I'AM NOT A PILL POPPER AT ALL, SO I WAZ REALLY SUPPOSE TO BE ON B/P MEDS AWHILE AGO BUT NOW JUST STARTED TAKING THEM 9 MONTHS AGI.  I KNOW KEEPING ANYONES B/P AT A STEADY PASE IS VERY HARD TOO DO USUALLY, N' I HEARD B/P IS VERY TRICKY TOO.  NOW, MY DR. FEEL'S THAT... Read moreChevron
posted 02/04/2013, comments (0)|
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Telemedicine Shown to More Effectively Control High Blood Pressure

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 65 million Americans have high blood pressure with approximately 74 percent taking medication to treat high blood pressure.   Research presented at the 61st American College of Cardiology’s Annual Scientific Session found internet-based telemedicine to lead to more effective... Read moreChevron
posted 01/31/2013, comments (0)|
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Do you need to limit salt to lower blood pressure?

Do you need to worry about how much salt you consume in your diet? It has been argued that only those who are “salt sensitive” need to be concerned about decreasing sodium/salt intake to lower blood pressure.   A study published online in Circulation researched how a high sodium diet may lead to hypertension. The study followed... Read moreChevron
posted 12/17/2012, comments (3)|
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