Reducing sodium in the diet significantly lowers blood pressure in one week

Reducing sodium in the diet significantly lowers blood pressure in one week

A new study found that reducing sodium in the diet to 4,000 milligrams per day significantly reduced blood pressure after one week. This was the case for 70% of adults aged 50 to 75. The findings were presented at the 2023 American Heart Association Scientific Sessions in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on November 11, 2023. Deepak K. …

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According to experts, eating even 2 servings of red meat per week can increase the risk of developing diabetes

According to experts, eating even 2 servings of red meat per week can increase the risk of developing diabetes

According to recent research, eating more than one serving of red meat per week may significantly increase the risk of developing type 2 diabetes. Alternatives include chicken and seafood, in addition to plant-based proteins such as soy, nuts, eggs, and low-fat or fat-free dairy. Getty Images Eating more than one serving of red meat per …

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I did the biggest stretch in the world every day for a week – here’s why I’m going to keep going

I did the biggest stretch in the world every day for a week - here's why I'm going to keep going

Given its name, “the longest stretch in the world” certainly has a lot to do. To see if it deserves this nickname, I decided to test its body-enhancing benefits. My average week of movement contains a mix of high-intensity resistance exercises, weight lifting, calisthenics, and some mobility work. I decided I would incorporate the world’s …

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Fat Bear Week is back, but don’t bears deserve love too?

Fat Bear Week lets people vote for their favorite chubby bear

And now an important message about National Park Services Fat Bear Week, which began Wednesday and ends October 10, from a concerned bear: Hello humans, my name is Titus and I am the official spokesperson for a national coalition of bears who have dedicated themselves to what we consider a healthier, more active lifestyle. While …

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