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Hot tub therapy for high blood pressure?

Hot tub therapy for high blood pressure?

Earlier this year, one of Britain’s largest hot tub retailers reported an uptick in spa sales after a study, conducted by the North American Sports Medicine Institute concluded that hot water therapy may lower blood pressure and improve circulation. While it is generally acknowledged that short, 10-minute stays in a hot tub or hot bath [...]

More reasons to teach your children a heart-healthy lifestyle

More reasons to teach your children a heart-healthy lifestyle

Another study was released recently linking poor childhood nutrition with high blood pressure as adults. This study, published in the Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism, found girls who follow a high-fiber, low-fat diet from childhood through adolescence may have lower blood pressure as adult women. It makes sense to show your children, by example, [...]

Better Nutrition

Better Nutrition highlights how antioxidants come to the rescue! Dr. Kappagoda discusses his research and findings on lowering blood pressure through choosing foods with high levels of antioxidants and smart supplementation.

Beyond Fitness

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