The Circulatory
Can Mouthwash Raise Blood Pressure?
It's important to many of us to present ourselves well and put our "best foot forward". For many people, mouthwash is part of that package. After all, it kills bacteria and makes our breath fresh. Who wouldn’t want that, right?
Well… I know that this might sound a bit weird, but it’s a bit more complicated than that.
Tips for American Heart Month
February is the AHA's American Heart Month. When we think of the heart, the color that comes to mind is red. One side bright red, which sends out oxygen-rich blood that's come from the lungs and being pumped to reach and nourish our tissues and organs. The other side of the heart is dark red, which is where the blood is entering the lungs and heart and waiting to be replenished with oxygen. The brighter the shade of red, the higher the oxygen levels!
Exercise and High BP: Every Little Bit Helps
In our last installment of The Circulatory, we took a look at how we were doing with our New Year’s resolutions as they pertain to achieving/maintaining a healthy weight. Look at any top 10 list of New Year’s resolutions and you’ll see exercise right up there at the top of that list, along with healthier eating/weight loss.
4 Things to Know About Alcohol & Dry January
1. Alcohol Raises Your Blood Pressure
When it comes to controlling blood pressure, moderating alcohol intake is an important lifestyle choice.
More than one or two drinks in one sitting temporarily creates a rapid rise in your BP. If you already have high BP, this rapid rise could cause a stroke.
