All Blog Posts Tagged 'calcium' (5)

Want milk? Lactose intolerance shouldn’t stop you

Are most Americans lactose intolerant? Do all dairy products contain lactose? How critical is it to stick to a lactose-free diet?

Although most of us know someone who is lactose intolerant, and “lactose intolerance” frequently comes up in health-related conversations, there are many myths and misconceptions regarding this common digestive issue.… Continue

Added by Ayala laufer-Cahana MD on March 15, 2010 at 6:30am — No Comments

The Link Between Calcium and Blood Pressure

The link between calcium and blood pressure was noticed years ago when researchers realized people drinking hard water had less high blood pressure than those drinking soft water. Hard water contains more minerals, including calcium.

Individuals receiving more than 800 mg of calcium daily have a 23 percent decreased risk of high blood pressure versus those consuming less than 400 mg of calcium per day.

Back in 1996, scientists compiled all the research to date on calcium… Continue

Added by Lisa Nelson on June 2, 2009 at 8:30am — No Comments

How to Lower Diastolic Blood Pressure

I’m frequently asked how to lower diastolic (bottom number) blood pressure, so I wanted to give you some good tips to see results.

First of all, you need to have a solid foundation in place that supports a low blood pressure. If you’re not sure what this entails visit http://www.enutritionservices.com/controlbloodpressure.html.

It’s important that your potassium,… Continue

Added by Lisa Nelson on January 16, 2009 at 8:00am — No Comments

Blood Pressure - 9 Steps to Lower High Blood Pressure

Today is World Heart Day, so I want to give nine steps that will lead to high blood pressure control and ultimately heart health!

If you live with high blood pressure, you’re familiar with the side effects of anti-hypertensive medications. Fortunately, medications are not the only way to rein in high blood pressure.

Lifestyle plays a key role. By altering some choices you make, you can avoid or reduce the need for medications.

Here are 9 steps that will start… Continue

Added by Lisa Nelson on September 28, 2008 at 8:00am — 1 Comment

Reducing High Blood Pressure with Vitamins - Four Nutrients That Will Save Your Life

This article was written by Alvin Hopkinson a researcher who specializes in natural ways to reduce blood pressure.

This article goes along with my philosophy that prescription drugs, necessary and life saving in most cases are not the ONLY solutions to physical and mental ailments. I believe that if we are provided with the proper nutrients and minerals each day that our own body can "heal" itself. I am NOT advocating to stop the usage of your properly prescribed medications, but… Continue

Added by John Obraza on August 4, 2008 at 8:33am — No Comments