In a nutshell This paper studied the long-term risk of stroke in patients who have survived a heart attack. Patients were at increased risk of a stroke up to 30 years after a heart attack. Some background After a heart attack, about 2 to 4 in 100 patients have a stroke (not enough blood supply reaching the brain). A stroke can be ischemic...
Read MoreIn a nutshell This study looked at the effect of aerobic exercise on blood pressure and blood flow in patients with resistant hypertension. The authors concluded that light and moderate intensity aerobic exercise can improve blood pressure in patients with resistant hypertension. Some background Patients with hypertension need to lower their blood...
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In a nutshell The authors studied whether a ‘Mediterranean’ or ‘Western’ dietary pattern could predict outcomes in high-risk patients with stable coronary heart disease. Authors concluded that eating healthier foods may be more important than avoiding less healthy foods typical of Western diets. Some background The...
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In a nutshell The study looked at the link between fitness levels and risk of mortality in males over the age of 70 with hypertension. The authors concluded that better fitness levels can significantly reduce risk of mortality from all causes. Some background Patients with hypertension have a higher resting blood pressure than the body...
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In a nutshell This study examined the association between dairy intake after prostate cancer diagnosis and mortality risk. Researchers reported increased mortality risk among men with high dairy intake after prostate cancer diagnosis. Some background Advances in treatment and early detection of prostate cancer have increased survival and...
Read MoreIn a nutshell This study looked at the effect of nut consumption on blood pressure levels in patients with hypertension. The authors concluded that total nut consumption can lower systolic blood pressure (pressure when the heart is contracting) in hypertensive patients who do not have type 2 diabetes. Pistachios, in particular, showed the greatest...
Read MoreIn a nutshell This study looked at the risks and benefits associated with exercise for patients with hypertension. The authors concluded that the benefits of regular physical activity outweigh the risks and should be recommended for most patients with hypertension. Some background Patients with hypertension have a higher resting blood...
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In a nutshell This study examined if elevated blood pressure increases the risk of vascular dementia. The authors concluded that for individuals under the age of 70, a higher systolic blood pressure (pressure when the heart is contracting) leads to an increased risk of vascular dementia. Some background Vascular dementia is the second most...
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In a nutshell This study looked at the effectiveness of music therapy on reducing blood pressure in patients with hypertension. The authors concluded that music therapy can successfully reduce systolic blood pressure (pressure when the heart is contracting) in patients with hypertension. Some background Patients with hypertension have a...
Read MoreIn a nutshell This study looked at the effectiveness of mat pilates on reducing blood pressure in women with hypertension who are currently receiving antihypertensive medication. The authors concluded that mat pilates can successfully decrease blood pressure in women with hypertension. Some background Patients with hypertension have a higher...
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In a nutshell This study looked at the effect of a brown rice based vegan diet compared to a typical diabetic diet on blood sugar levels in type 2 diabetes. The study concluded that both diets reduced blood sugar levels, but the vegan diet was more effective. Some background In type 2 diabetes (T2D) patients either do not produce enough insulin (a...
Read MoreIn a nutshell This study looked at the effect of introducing pork into the diet of patients with pre-hypertension (elevated blood pressure). The authors concluded that including pork as the main source of dietary protein instead of fish or chicken had no negative effect on blood pressure levels. Some background Pre-hypertension is often managed by...
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