How to lower blood pressure with simple exercises
High blood pressure, often known as the “silent killer,” can sneak up on us with little to no warning. It’s a significant risk factor for heart disease and stroke, affecting millions worldwide. However, the good news is that we can take charge of our blood pressure with simple exercises. Here are some effective, easy-to-do exercises […]
How to Help Patients Lose Weight After Menopause
Unwanted weight gain is a common problem for women after menopause. Primary care clinicians have likely heard from patients that attempts at shedding extra pounds are not working. Nearly three fourths of women aged 60 years and older in the United States are overweight. Some may blame menopause for this trend. But the life stage […]
How springing forward to daylight saving time could affect your health — and how to prepare
WASHINGTON (AP) — Most of America “springs forward” Sunday for daylight saving time and losing that hour of sleep can do more than leave you tired and cranky the next day. It also could harm your health. Darker mornings and more evening light together knock your body clock out of whack — which means daylight […]