A number of steps can be taken to lower blood pressure. These include lifestyle measures as well as drugs that doctors can provide. The measures against blood pressure can be grouped into three main areas: Diet Exercise Drugs The ways to lower blood pressure also lower heart, stroke, and other risks more generally. Contents of […]
Multiple sclerosis is a disease of the brain and spinal cord, known as the central nervous system. The protective coating that surrounds nerve fibers is attacked by the body’s immune system, resulting in scars called lesions or plaques. This damage affects the ability of electrical signals to travel along nerve fibers to and from the […]
According to Nationwide Children’s, an average of one child aged 5 years and younger is treated in hospital emergency departments every 45 minutes for a stroller-related injury in the United States. The study, published in Academic Pediatrics, determined injuries associated with stroller and wearable carriers in the U.S. between 1990-2010 using data from the National […]
Skin cancer remains the most common cancer in the U.S., and as summer is quickly approaching, Americans are encouraged to take a few simple steps to protect their health and prevent skin cancer throughout this upcoming season. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), along with the National Council on Skin Cancer Prevention, the Food and […]
According to a British Association of Dermatologists survey carried out in 2008, many Britons are unaware that sun protection can keep the skin looking younger, believing instead that applying a daily moisturizer, eating a healthy diet, drinking plenty of water and having facial massages will suffice. The Sun Awareness campaign officer at the Association, Maria […]
Ingredients 1 (11-ounce) package refrigerated pizza crust dough (such as Pillsbury Thin Pizza Crust) Cooking spray 1/2 cup part-skim ricotta cheese 1/2 cup (2 ounces) shaved fresh Romano cheese, divided 1 tablespoon white vinegar 6 large eggs 1 (5-ounce) package baby arugula 4 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil 1/2 teaspoon grated fresh lemon rind 1 tablespoon […]
Ingredients 1 (9-ounce) package fresh fettuccine 3 cups fresh basil leaves 1/4 cup half-and-half 3 tablespoons roasted macadamia nuts 3 tablespoons grated fresh Parmesan cheese 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 3/4 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper Preparation Cook pasta according to package directions, omitting salt and fat. While pasta cooks, place basil […]
Ingredients 1 (1-pound) baking potato, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces 1 cup part-skim ricotta cheese 2 ounces 2% reduced-fat extra-sharp cheddar cheese, shredded (about 1/2 cup) 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided 4 cups finely chopped kale 3/4 cup chopped green onions 1 garlic […]
Ingredients 1/4 cup canola oil, divided 1 (14-ounce) package tempeh, cut into (1/3-inch-thick) slices 2 tablespoons lower-sodium soy sauce 1 cup vertically sliced onion 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced 4 cups thinly sliced Lacinato kale (about 1 bunch) 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1 tablespoon cider vinegar Preparation 1. […]