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New design - the Omron M6 Comfort blood pressure monitor is expected to be the best selling Omron monitor of all time.
The Omron M6 is the ideal choice for anyone monitoring high or low blood pressure.
Are blood pressure readings juggling with your health?
A letter to the Times in response to the announcment that blood presure measurements need to be performed differently to get more accurate readings.
Sir, when my doctor identified my hypertension, he warned of white coat syndrome whereby the very visit to the doctor can cause anxiety and push up blood pressure. He provided me with a device to be worn under my shirt for 24 hours, which automatically took and recorded blood pressure readings at random intervals. It is surprising that it has taken National Institure for Clinacal Excellence so long to catch up.
Happiness is a Healthy Heart
A popular New Year’s resolutions is to get fit which means maintaining a healthy heart.
In this Video How to Keep A Heart Healthy we offer five ways to keep your heart strong and healthy
Ways to keep the heart in good condition.
Read labels. Doctors say look at what you are eating, especially when it comes to trans fats.
A healthy heart means healthy arteries, and healthy blood pressure. When arteries become clogged from cholesterol and fat, they shut off blood flow that’s needed to keep the body running and the heart pumping. When blood pressure is high, it can weaken the heart and other organs.
And, try a little laughter.
Researchers still say that laughter can sometimes be the best medicine, especially for your cardiovascular system.
Music can have similar effects as laughter some researchers have found. Listening to your favorite music opens up your blood vessels, in the same way laughter can some studies have shown.
Exercise of course. A brisk daily walk of at least half an hour can also make a big difference to your heart’s health.
Keep in touch with friends. Some doctors say their studies have shown that being socially active reduces of stress, and losing stress can reduce your risk of heart disease.
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Happiness is a Healthy Heart - Video How to Keep A Heart Healthy
Video - A Healthy Heart
Fun fact: Hugs are good for your health.
Hugs are good for your health - they help lower your blood pressure and it can decrease the risk of heart disease.
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