May 9, 2017

Eat Right for Your Type of Arthritis

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Learn about the foods that may help ease pain and inflammation and slow disease activity.

When you have arthritis or a related condition, getting the right nutrients can help to alleviate pain and inflammation and positively affect overall health. Research suggests that what you eat may influence the progression and symptoms of certain types of arthritis and related conditions.

Although there is no magic potion at the supermarket, studies have shown that certain foods have anti-inflammatory properties and specific benefits for rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and other inflammatory forms of arthritis, osteoarthritis, gout and osteoporosis symptoms. read more →

5 Surprising Facts About High Blood Pressure

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High blood pressure affects one in three Americans, yet many people with the condition don’t know they have it.

Uncontrolled blood pressure raises the risk for heart disease and stroke, which are leading causes of death in the United States. Fortunately, high blood pressure is treatable and preventable. To lower your risk, get your blood pressure checked regularly and take action to control your blood pressure if it is too high. read more →