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Alvin Hopkinson

Alvin Hopkinson

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An avid high blood pressure researcher in the area of natural rem
posted 08/25/2008, comment (1)

Hypertension Control: How to Live Longer with High Blood Pressure

It is extremely unfortunate that so many Americans suffer with high blood pressure.  With that being said, it is imperative that Americans are aware that hypertension is a major risk factor for other life-threatening diseases.  Hypertension control is the ultimate way to prevent these diseases from claiming your life.   Ideally,... Read moreChevron
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Lisa Nelson

Lisa Nelson

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Dietician
posted 06/16/2008, comment (1)

High Blood Pressure: 9 Steps to Rein in Skyrocketing Numbers

If you live with high blood pressure, you're familiar with the side effects of anti-hypertensive medications.  Fortunately, medications are not the only way to rein in high blood pressure.   Lifestyle plays a key role.  By altering some choices you make, you can avoid or reduce the need for... Read moreChevron
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Melanie Thomassian

Melanie Thomassian

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Dietician
posted 02/25/2008, comments (0)

Do Soy Products Help Lower Blood Pressure?

Soy products are a regularly discussed and widely debated subject. If you haven't already tried them, you may be wondering if they really are beneficial. So, what exactly are soy products? Soy is a complete source of protein containing essential amino acids. They also contain high levels of polyunsaturated fats, fibre, vitamins, and... Read moreChevron
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Glenn Gandelman, MD, MPH

Glenn Gandelman, MD, MPH

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Cardiology Expert
posted 02/25/2008, comments (0)

Teach your Kids Healthy Habits Now!

You may have heard about the "obesity epidemic" in the media. The risks appear to be even greater than ever. About a third of children and adolescents in the United States are overweight.  As the prevalence of childhood risk factors increases so too will adult heart disease. Childhood obesity contributes to many of the adult risk... Read moreChevron
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Larry Weinrauch

Larry Weinrauch

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Cardiovascular Internist
posted 01/07/2008, comment (1)

So you enjoy smoking do you?

Some people don't really enjoy the taste of their food. They like cleaning their curtains and clothing more than other people do. Some people even enjoy the little holes that the ash burns on their trousers. Perhaps you don't mind if someone flicks their ashes into the wind and they get into your eye. Maybe you even enjoy going into a... Read moreChevron

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