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I'm on hormone replacement therapy, and my friend told me it could affect my blood pressure. Is that true?

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According to the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI), blood pressure may rise in some women receiving estrogen therapy. However, a ... Read More...

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Hypertension After a Heart Attack

Posted July 10, 2008 11:17 PM

How to manage high blood pressure after having had a heart attack.

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Breakfast Is Good for Your Heart

Posted June 22, 2008 5:38 PM
Cardiovascular diseases are the number one killers of both men and women in the United States. Certain lifestyle habits, such as regular exercise and healthful eating, can reduce the risk of overweight, type 2 diabetes, and heart disease. When this is considered, breakfast shines as an essential component to a heart-healthy lifestyle. Read more...
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The DASH Diet

Posted July 1, 2008 8:23 PM
DASH stands for Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension, which is the name of the research study that looked at the effects of eating patterns on blood pressure. From this study came the DASH diet -- a diet rich in fruits, vegetables, and low-fat dairy foods, and low in saturated fat, total fat, and cholesterol. This diet was shown to significantly reduce blood pressure. The DASH diet combined with a low sodium intake can reduce blood pressure even further. Read more...
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