Six in 10 people in the UK have raised or abnormal levels of blood cholesterol, according to Heart UK. Cholesterol is a fatty substance that is vital for the normal functioning of the body, but having too much in the blood can clog up the arteries, resulting in coronary heart disease. Coronary heart disease is… Read More »
High blood pressure, or hypertension, can lead to serious health problems if left untreated, such as heart attacks and strokes. Blood pressure can be lowered by making dietary changes, including cutting down on salt and foods high in saturated fat. As well as cutting down on unhealthy foods, it may be worth adding foods to… Read More »
Can the duration and quality of your sleep affect your cardiovascular health? A new study suggests there is a connection between how much sleep you get each night — and how well you sleep — and the risk of cardiovascular problems. Are you getting enough sleep, and could this be affecting your cardiovascular health? Many… Read More »
High blood pressure may be a common condition but many people don’t realise they have it because symptoms can easily go unnoticed. If symptoms do become obvious, a person may experience headaches, shortness of breath and chest pain. To reduce a high blood pressure reading simple lifestyle changes are recommended. One of these should be… Read More »