High blood pressure is one of the most common health conditions, yet many people don’t realise they have it. If you have high blood pressure or are at risk, you can make improvements through lifestyle changes and medication adherence. Understanding High Blood Pressure Blood pressure measures the force of blood pushing against the walls of your arteries. It’s recorded as systolic pressure (the pressure when your heart beats) over diastolic pressure (the pressure when your heart rests between beats). A normal reading is around 120/80 mmHg, with hypertension diagnosed when readings consistently exceed 140/90 mmHg. Left untreated, high blood pressure increases the risk of heart disease, stroke, kidney disease, and other complications. Lifestyle Changes to Lower Blood Pressure 1. Adopt...
The final months of the year can become incredibly hectic, often leaving us feeling overwhelmed and stressed. When our bodies encounter a stressor, they react with a “fight or flight” response, causing a surge of chemicals and immune cells. Prolonged excessive stress can disrupt our immune regulation, create inflammatory conditions, and weaken the antibody response to infections, ultimately impairing immune function.
Taking control of your health is vital for both you and your loved ones. Regular check-ups, a nutritious diet, physical activity, and stress management form the foundation of good health. When it comes to prostate health, early detection and preventive care are essential.
As we age, muscle and bone mass decline, increasing the chances of falls, fractures, decreased well-being, and loss of independence. Maintaining healthy bones to prevent Osteoporosis, involves focusing on diet, physical activity, and vitamin D.
Acne is an inflammatory condition affecting the hair follicles and sebaceous glands of the skin. Normally, old cells lining the follicles fall away and are carried to the surface by sebum. If excess sebum is produced ...
