Magnesium

Known as the “silent killer,” hypertension is the medical term for high blood pressure. The American Heart Association (AHA) estimates approximately 73 million American adults age 20 and over have high blood pressure, although only 70 percent are aware of it. Further, only 60 percent of adults who have hypertension are being treated for it, and two-thirds of those don’t ...

NASHVILLE, Tenn.—Increasing intake of certain minerals, particularly potassium, through dietary consumption of fruits and vegetables could improve blood pressure and cardiovascular health in Americans, according to a new review out of the Vanderbilt University School of Medicine. In a paper published in a supplement to the Journal of Clinical Hypertension (2008 July;10(7 Suppl):3-11), Mark C. Houston, M.D., and Karen J. ...

ReferencesBones are the body’s structure and support system. Made mostly of collagen and minerals, bone is living, growing tissue, according to the National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases (NIAMS). Collagen, a protein that provides framework, and calcium phosphate, a mineral that adds strength and hardens, make bone strong and flexible. Throughout life, bones are constantly renewed through ...

ReferencesMetabolic syndrome is a convergence of cardiovascular disease (CVD) and diabetes risk factors—including being overweight/obese, high blood pressure, abnormal blood lipids and blood glucose abnormalities—connected by insulin resistance. While a relatively new term, and one that is still not officially recognized in some mainstream medical circles, its profile is rising with mainstream media attention.Researchers from the University of Minnesota recently ...

Sleep is an intriguing physiological phenomenon. When you look at the profound impact sleep loss can have on all facets of life, it’s important to acknowledge it as a health problem. According to a statement published online by the Institute of Medicine ( IOM ): “The cumulative long-term effects of sleep loss and sleep disorders have been associated with a ...