7 h. ago Doctor says measuring your 'musclespan' can predict how long you'll live

Whilst 'longevity' has become somewhat of a buzzword in recent months, experts say we shouldn't just be focusing on cardiovascular fitness, blood pressure and sleep data to boost our lifespan.

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15 h. ago Gut doctor says adding 1 ingredient to coffee so lower blood pressure

A doctor has shared the simple ingredient you can add to coffee to make it healthy

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29 h. ago Scientists pinpoint exactly why being obese may heighten risk of Alzheimer's: It's the 'biggest risk factor' for developing dementia

Experts have long warned that obesity increases the risk of serious health conditions, such as high blood pressure, with studies showing it may induce cognitive decline.

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32 h. ago 72p classic tinned kitchen staple can 'slash' blood pressure and inflammation

The Fast 800 diet plan, which was created by Dr Michael Mosley, highlighted a 72p food that could help to lower blood pressure and reduce inflammation

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60 h. ago People think they know what war is. Here’s what I learned in seven years on Ukraine’s frontline

Tanks, soldiers, explosions and tears are the cliches that movies and news reels show us. The reality is an integration of horror and the mundane, as those who have chosen to stay cling to as much normality as they canWatch the Guardian documentary here“I often have the same dream: that I’m trying to get home,” says Elena Lebedeva, setting out tea and sandwiches in the tiny kitchen of her rented flat. “There’s always some checkpoint, obstacle, something in the way. I keep going – walking, running, crawling – but I never manage to reach it.”Home for Lebedeva is Opytne, a tiny village – one school, no supermarkets – just outside Donetsk.Elena Lebedeva with her husband, Rodion, outside their new apartment block in Kryvyi Rih, 2023 Continue reading...

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3 d. ago 12 common foods could help naturally lower your blood pressure

A dietician shared the health benefits of 12 common and easy to incorporate foods along with their positive impact on lowering blood pressure and maintaining a healthy heart

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3 d. ago Scientists reveal warning signs that appear before every heart attack or stroke

High blood pressure is most common culprit

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5 d. ago Exact number of alcoholic drinks that can spike your blood pressure

A dietitian revealed the exact number of drinks that could have a serious effect on your blood pressure

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6 d. ago ALEXANDRA SHULMAN: I had no symptoms but the doctor said I was at high risk of a heart attack. It was only luck that saved my life Was my time at Vogue to blame?

The other day I saw my boyfriend's blood pressure monitor on his desk, so I thought I might as well check mine. How lucky I did.

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6 d. ago Being organised and active may be predictor of longer life, study finds

Researchers find specific self-descriptions predict mortality risks better than broader categories such as extraversionBeing organised, active and helpful could not just make you a better person, it may even help you live longer. On the other hand, being frequently stressed, anxious or moody could be linked to a shorter lifespan.Researchers said their findings, published in the Journal of Psychosomatic Research, could help doctors develop tools for predicting health risks based not only on blood pressure and cholesterol but also on how someone tends to think, feel and behave. Continue reading...

Politics

8 d. ago 'Unclog arteries' with red juice that lowers blood pressure and cholesterol

It's been praised as one 'tasty' method to improve blood circulation and minimise plaque build-up

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8 d. ago Red drink can 'unclog arteries' and lower blood pressure and cholesterol

A red drink has been hailed as a 'delicious' way to lower 'bad' cholesterol and reduce plaque build-up, thanks to its antioxidant-rich profile

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9 d. ago Free heart and blood pressure checks at Girvan and South Carrick health event

The event is being organised by NHS Ayrshire & Arran, South Ayrshire Health and Social Care Partnership, South Carrick Locality Planning Partnership and the Pumping Marvellous Foundation.

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9 d. ago Popular fruit drink that could lower cholesterol and blood pressure

Around half of people in the UK are thought to have high cholesterol, and a third are believed to be living with high blood pressure

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1 week ago Researchers uncover stunning effects of music to lower heart rates and blood pressures of ICU patients

Millions of Americans living with high blood pressure, and increased or abnormal heart rate

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1 week ago DWP makes major announcement for 2.2 million people claiming Universal Credit

Around 2.2 million people who are currently signed off work due to sickness such as mental health conditions, bad backs, or high blood pressure will be affected, the government said

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1 week ago DWP ramps up job support for 65,000 people with mental health conditions, back pain or high blood pressure

Specialist Jobcentre staff are being redeployed to give skills and employment support to people on Universal Credit.

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1 week ago Just 'a few cups of tea' daily could help lower blood pressure

Research has linked this popular drink to improved blood pressure levels.

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1 week ago Anyone who takes paracetamol warned as experts say it increases risk

A new study has found paracetamol can increase blood pressure - but it's not just those with high blood pressure who are at risk

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2 w. ago Older adults should avoid this snack to stave off high blood pressure

High blood pressure can raise the risk of heart attacks and strokes

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