Research finds one type of exercise is as good as medicine for reducing blood pressure
Lisa Andrews, MEd, RD, LD Lisa Andrews, MEd, RD, LD

Research finds one type of exercise is as good as medicine for reducing blood pressure

If you’re one of the nearly 120 million people with high blood pressure, there’s one exercise that you can do to lower your blood pressure. Isometric exercise is especially effective in lowering blood pressure. This type of exercise involves contracting a certain muscle or muscle group and holding it in the same position.

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3 Cancer Risk Reduction Strategies
cooking, diet and cancer Stephanie Ronco cooking, diet and cancer Stephanie Ronco

3 Cancer Risk Reduction Strategies

The National Cancer Institute has revealed that some risk factors for cancer can be controlled. Choosing the right health behaviors and preventing exposure to certain environmental risk factors can help prevent cancer development. In other words, taking steps can reduce your risk of cancer is possible. Let’s look at some specific strategies.

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Start Simple: A New Choose MyPlate Tool

Eating healthy doesn’t have to be difficult, expensive, or time-consuming and can lead to a longer and healthier life.

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