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Exposure to higher levels of air pollution during pregnancy leads to high risk of elevated blood pressure in children

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Exposure to higher levels of air pollution during pregnancy leads to high risk of elevated blood pressure in children It is well known that air pollution has very harmful effects on our health. It leads to headaches, nausea, allergic reactions and many more problems. Air pollution is caused by various factors but form of air pollution produced by motor vehicles and the burning of oil, coal and biomass which produces fine particulate matter of 2.5 microns or less is more responsible for affecting human health by entering the circulatory system. It is found that the direct exposure to these fine air pollutants leads to high blood pressure in both children and adults and it can also lead to premature death. According to several studies it was found that breathing the polluted air during pregnancy can have a direct effect on the cardiovascular health of the baby. Having high blood pressure in childhood would lead to high blood pressure in adulthood and hypertension wil

Yogurt consumption reduces the risk of cardiovascular diseases.

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Yogurt consumption reduces the risk of cardiovascular diseases . Hypertension affects about one billion people worldwide. Cardiovascular disease is a condition affecting the heart or blood vessels. High blood pressure is one of the major causes of cardiovascular health problems. Various studies have demonstrated the beneficial effects of dairy consumption on cardiovascular health. Higher dairy consumption has beneficial effects on cardiovascular disease-related disorders such as hypertension, type 2   diabetes , and insulin resistance.   Among various dairy products yogurt can independently be related to cardiovascular disease risk. A study was done with more than 1,000 volunteers having high blood pressure to see the effect of long-term yogurt consumption. Yogurt consumption was measured by questionnaires filled out by the volunteers at various intervals over the study period. With the permission to access medical records to confirm all reported new diagnoses, par

Increased risk of cardiovascular death for patients having hypertension before the age of 50

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Increased risk of cardiovascular death for patients having hypertension before the age of 50 Hypertension is a condition where blood pressure becomes very high and if untreated, it can cause several health conditions like heart disease, stroke, etc. and when a person is diagnosed with hypertension before the age of 50, it can have various important health consequences. According to researchers, diagnosis of hypertension at an earlier age can lead to greater risk of cardiovascular death and can cause genetic susceptibility for the diseases. It is known that hypertension can lead to high risk of developing cardiovascular outcomes when present in either younger or older age. Researchers studied for decades to know the possible relevance of distinguishing between the importance of hypertension that develops earlier in life and that which develops later in life. They collected blood pressure readings of multiple generations. They also tracked which individuals developed

Fast Food Intake Can Lead To Hypertension and Many More

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Fast Food Intake Can Lead To Hypertension and Many More The dangers of fast food are well known. Fast food is generally high in calories and low in nutrients and their intake is often larger. Some studies have also shown that a diet heavy in fast food increases the risk of developing hypertension, Type 2 diabetes and coronary heart disease. It is found that the people consuming fast food even once in a week are at risk of dying from coronary heart disease by 25% in comparison to people who avoid fast food. The risk increases by 50% for the people who consume fast food two- three times a week. And the risk increases even more for people consuming fast food more than four times each week. Eating fast food more than two times a week can also increase the risk of developing Type 2 diabetes by 30%. Also for people taking a diet composed of high amounts of fried and processed foods and sweetened beverages are at a greater risk of developing high blood pressure . Fa

Life-threatening organ damage can be prevented by controlling Blood Pressure in Diabetics

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Life-threatening organ damage can be prevented by controlling Blood Pressure in Diabetics Hypertension with diabetes comes with life-threatening complications. The best way to control these complications is to control blood pressure. A study in Clinical and Experimental Hypertension conducted with around 800 diabetic patients and 1000 non-diabetic patients. This study looked at the commonness and risk factors for hypertensive emergencies and drastic increase in blood pressure in diabetic patients. In this study it was found that both diabetics and non-diabetics with hypertensive emergencies had similar rates of severe injury to target organs. It was also observed that diabetics with hypertensive emergency also had significantly higher levels of blood pressure. From this it was concluded that the occurrence of severe damage to vital organs is not because of just diabetes but because of the accompanying severely elevated blood pressure. According to several studies

Reduce Hypertension With The Combination Of Coconut Oil and Exercise

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Reduce Hypertension With The Combination Of Coconut Oil and Exercise Coconut oil also classified as a "super food" is very useful in hypertension . Its fatty acid combination is quite unique and hence can have a very positive effects on our health including better brain function, fat loss etc. Also we know that exercise plays a major role in controlling hypertension. So, researchers tested the effect of combination of both exercise training and daily coconut oil intake. Their research was based on whether the combination of coconut oil and exercise would restore baroreflex sensitivity and helps to reduce oxidative stress eventually reducing blood pressure or not. For their research they used spontaneously hypertensive rats. The experiment was conducted taking four groups of rats. One group was given saline and were not exposed to the exercise training protocol, second group was given coconut oil, third group was exposed to the exercise training and fourth group

IVF Children More Prone To Arterial Hypertension

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IVF Children More Prone To Arterial Hypertension Studies showed increased risk of developing arterial hypertension for Children conceived through assisted reproductive technologies along with other cardiovascular complications. Assisted reproductive technologies (ART) are a boon to millions and helped individuals and families who cannot conceive naturally. Among various ART methods the most common are in vitro fertilization and intracytoplasmic sperm injection. In these methods the gamete and embryo are exposed to a variety of environmental factors before implantation. Currently over six million children are conceived using ART worldwide. A study was done with around 50 healthy ART adolescents to access the circulatory system. Their ambulatory blood pressure, artery stiffness, plaque build-up and blood vessel function were measured. 45 age- and sex-matched control participants of similar body mass index, gestational age and maternal BMI, birth weight, smoking st

Pediatric hypertension- A threat for Children

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Pediatric hypertension- A threat for Children Hypertension is estimated to affect more than 60% of the population and is the leading causes of cardiovascular disease, cerebrovascular accidents and end-stage renal disease. Although it is more common in adults, it also affects a large population of children. Hypertension affects nearly 5-6% of the pediatric population. Pediatric hypertension is a threat for children as it can cause long term health problems. High blood pressure or hypertension is increasingly becoming a major problem for children due to the growing incidence of obesity and metabolic disorders. Hypertension disturbs the cardio vascular system and puts the children at a high risk of heart disease , chronic disease and many more lately in life. Although children having hypertension are not at the immediate risk of heart attack or stroke like adults with hypertension but hypertension can still cause changes in a child’s body and results in many complica

HYPERTENSION- Risk for people having fat concentration at abdominal area

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HYPERTENSION- Risk for people having fat concentration at abdominal area It is known that obesity is a risk factor for hypertension . Studies have also shown that several health issues like heart disease and cancer is due to the location of fat on a person's body. However the relationship between site-specific accumulation of fat and hypertension is not clear. For this purpose heart study was done for an average of 7 years with around 1000 patients to track development of hypertension. In this study systolic blood pressure of greater than or equal to 140, diastolic blood pressure of greater than or equal to 90 were considered. Imaging of patient’s visceral fat or fat located deep in the abdominal cavity like subcutaneous fat or visible fat over the body and lower body fat were also done. Around 30% of patients developed hypertension near the end of the study. It was observed that higher Body Mass Index(BMI) were associated with increased incidence of hypertensi

High blood pressure more likely to affect pregnant women with hypertensive disorders

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High blood pressure more likely to affect pregnant women with     hypertensive disorders   Pregnant women diagnosed with hypertensive disorders are more susceptible to high blood pressure in the first year after delivery as compared to women who did not have any pregnancy-related hypertension . Disorders like Hypertensive disorders are very common in pregnant women. Around 10 to 12% of all pregnant women are affected with this disorder and include   hypertension, preeclampsia and eclampsia. According to various researches it is shown that hypertensive disorders during pregnancy is associated with long-term cardiovascular disease risk but very little is known about the effect of these conditions in the early years after delivery. A study was done to see the importance to monitor and control blood pressure not only during pregnancy, but after delivery as well. Researchers examined the electronic health records of around 6000 women who had prenatal care and delivered

Natural Foods to Reduce the Risk of Stroke

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For your head similarly as your heart, get your blood pressure down. And even though you forget that high blood pressure is unhealthy for your brain, keep in mind that men with normal blood pressures live about 5 years longer than hypertensive men. The first step is to know your blood pressure; more than 20% of people with hypertension don't know they have the disease. The next step is to know your goal. Even if you're simply within the pre-hypertensive range, you must try and bring your pressure right down to a normal reading below 120/80. But for patients with diabetes, chronic kidney disease, coronary artery disease, peripheral artery disease, carotid artery disease, or abdominal aortic aneurysm, the goal is below 130/80. ·   Ginger . One of the best ways to add ginger to your diet is to begin your morning with tasty ginger tea. Research says that sipping ginger tea is quite beneficial and may cure many health problems. And, when it comes to blood thinning, gin

Congenital heart defects in children

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If your kid features an inherent heart defect, it means your kid was born with a tangle within the structure of his or her heart. Some inherent heart defects in youngsters area unit easy and do not want treatment. Other inherent heart defects in kids are a lot of complicated and will need many surgeries performed over an amount of many years. Learning regarding your child's inherent heart defect will assist you perceive the condition and understand what you'll expect within the returning months and years. Symptoms: Serious inherent heart defects sometimes become evident shortly once birth or throughout the primary few months of life. Signs and symptoms might include: Pale grey or blue skin colour (cyanosis), fast respiration, Swelling within the legs, abdomen or areas round the eyes, Shortness of breath throughout feedings, resulting in poor weight gain Less serious inherent heart defects might not be diagnosed till later in childhood, as a result of your kid might

NATURAL REMEDIES FOR PULMONARY HYPERTENSION

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Pulmonary high blood pressure  is high  pressure level  within the arteries of your lungs. It happens  once  the lung's  small arteries slender or become blocked. To keep blood flowing through these narrowed blood vessels, pressure increases in the arteries, which makes the lower right chamber (right ventricle) of your heart work harder. Eventually your heart begins to weaken and fail Pulmonary high blood pressure gets worse over time, and  it can result in  cardiopathy  or alternative heart complications. It is important to take steps to treat your symptoms and adjust any medications your taking as needed. Avoid an excessive amount of physical stress or over-doing exercise although mild, regular exercise will help reduce symptoms. Below are some amazing natural treatments you can do from home Home Remedies Water keeps the throat moist and helps soften the phlegm stuck in your throat, making it easier to expectorate it. Honey coats the throat and eases the disc

How does high blood pressure affect the kidneys?

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A health care provider diagnoses high blood pressure with multiple blood pressure tests—often repeated over several visits to a health care provider’s office—show that a systolic blood pressure is consistently above 140 or a diastolic blood pressure is consistently above 90. Health care providers measure blood pressure with a blood pressure cuff. Individuals can also buy blood pressure cuffs at discount chain stores and drugstores to observe their blood pressure at home.   High blood pressure will harm blood vessels within the kidneys, reducing their ability to work properly. When the force of blood flow is high, blood vessels stretch thus blood flows more simply. Eventually, this stretching scars and weakens blood vessels throughout the body, together those within the kidneys. If the kidneys’ blood vessels are damaged, they will stop removing wastes and additional fluid from the body. Extra fluid in the blood vessels might raise blood pressure even more, making a dangerou