High blood pressure, or hypertension, is often called the “silent killer” because it frequently shows no symptoms yet relentlessly damages the cardiovascular system, significantly increasing the risk of heart attack, stroke, and kidney disease. While medication plays a crucial role for many, one of the most powerful and accessible tools for managing and preventing hypertension… Read More »
Recent research has unveiled promising news about diet and brain health. A study published in the journal Neurology suggests that closely following the MIND diet may lower the risk of cognitive impairment, especially among women and Black participants. While the study indicates a significant association, it does not confirm that the MIND diet directly prevents… Read More »
Editor’s Note: This article is a reprint. It was originally published December 3, 2017. Is salt bad for your blood pressure? James DiNicolantonio, Pharm.D., answers this and many other questions relating to salt in his book, “The Salt Fix: Why the Experts Got It All Wrong — and How Eating More Might Save Your Life.”… Read More »
Elisabeth Seitz is a German artistic gymnast. She is the 2018 World bronze medalist on the uneven bars, where she is known for her exciting routines. She is one of the only female gymnasts in history to compete the Def (full-twisting Gienger) release, and her eponymous skill, a full-twisting Maloney called the Seitz, is the… Read More »