High blood pressure, known as hypertension, is known as the ’silent killer’ because most people can’t tell when their blood pressure is high. Elevated blood pressure can lead to a greatly increased risk of heart attack, stroke, and other serious illnesses. Along with high cholesterol and smoking, hypertension is one of the most serious causes [...]
Written on August 23, 2008 | Posted in
general health & nutrition
One look at the blood pressure statistics indicates that the body’s ability to maintain its blood pressure is vital to life. Chronic hypertension is a major coronary heart disease risk factor. High blood pressure contributes to half a million strokes and over a million heart attacks each year. The higher the blood pressure above the [...]
Written on August 23, 2008 | Posted in
general health & nutrition