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Good news for those who like chili
The research team at the University of Hong Kong (China) found capsaicinoids in chili to reduce blood pressure and blood cholesterol levels - factors that can lead to ca…
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Raisins and soybeans help prevent high blood pressure
For people with high blood pressure or high risk of the disease, raisins and soy products (soybeans) can be effective remedies.
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Astronauts have many problems with their eyes and brain
Eye and brain problems are appearing on astronauts living more than a month in space and this is a step back for ambitious plans to make people live longer in the univer…
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Good swimming for people with high blood pressure
Participating in swimming can help older people maintain stable blood pressure and reduce the risk of heart attack or stroke, a study in the journal Cardiology, USA.
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Stickers to monitor stroke patients
For patients with stroke, it is very necessary to be hospitalized under the care of physicians. In the course of treatment, up to one third of patients have a second str…
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Blood pressure should be measured in both hands
Blood pressure should be measured on both arms because the difference between blood pressure on the left hand and right hand indicates some health problems.
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Treatment of high blood pressure increases life expectancy
Treatment of hypertension helps patients with stable blood pressure values at a safe level. This helps them live longer and happier.
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Detecting hormones helps obese people lose weight
The group of scientists led by Professor Tina Vilsboll of the University of Copenhagen (Denmark) on January 11 announced that they have researched and discovered a hormo…
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Cars with TV screens are prone to cardiovascular diseases
According to a global study published January 11 on physical training and heart disease, owners of modern cars equipped with televisions are 27% more likely to have a he…
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Drinking black tea prevents heart disease
Tea is a popular drink of many peoples in the world. Especially in Asian countries, people consider enjoying it an artistic pastime. A recent study found that drinking b…
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Mobile phones help diagnose diseases
Earlier this year, the US Food and Drug Administration adopted an application of smart phones, which helps check blood glucose levels and monitor high blood pressure. Th…
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The culprit causes amnesia and remedy
From long flights to not eating enough meat, there are many causes of forgetfulness. However, this disease is not without cure.
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Medical equipment for poor countries
The World Health Organization estimates that up to three quarters of medical equipment donated from the West are completely useless in the world's poorest countries.
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Stents increase the risk of death twice
A stent, a wire mesh tube, is placed in a narrowed or blocked artery, designed to reduce the risk of stroke. However, it is the culprit that increases the risk of second…
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There is a link between sleep and high blood pressure
New research by scientists at Harvard University has just published in the journal High Blood Pressure of the American Heart Association said people with deep sleep are…