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Should I Supplement my Calcium Intake?

POSTED ON: August 1, 2023 BY: Kyle Krull
Calcium is an essential building block for the human body. Certain vitamins and minerals get more attention and awareness than others. Yesterday, my focus was on the mineral magnesium. Today, we turn our attention to calcium. The “Got Milk” campaign of 1990s and early 2000s ensured calcium became a household name in nutrition. Specifically, the […]
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Coffee

Can My Blood Pressure Benefit from Coffee?

POSTED ON: June 5, 2023 BY: Kyle Krull
Consuming coffee may improve blood pressure. Yaay! Like many, I enjoy a good cup of Joe to start the morning and occasionally throughout the day. Typically, I enjoy mine “fully leaded.” Other times, I prefer decaf or “half-caf.” Either way, the delightful aroma, and the rich flavor are a simple pleasure. According to a recent […]
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Strokes

Are Risk Factors of Strokes Preventable?

POSTED ON: May 30, 2023 BY: Kyle Krull
Strokes can be devastating medical incidents. The brain interacts with all body systems. As a result, damage to the brain can have significant negative impacts. Although the brain can be injured in various ways, strokes can be especially unsettling because the causes are internal. According to a recent Verywell Health article titled “Everything You Should […]
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Strokes

Are there Different Types of Strokes?

POSTED ON: May 10, 2023 BY: Kyle Krull
Not all strokes are the same. Having a stroke or witnessing someone have a stroke is terrifying. Taking quick and timely action can make a significant difference in their prognosis. Additionally, the type of stroke experienced also impacts recovery. According to a recent Verywell Health article titled “Everything You Should Know About Stroke,” understanding the […]
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Cardiovascular disease

Will Cardiovascular Disease Harm my Brain?

POSTED ON: May 1, 2023 BY: Kyle Krull
Cardiovascular disease can quicken cognitive declines. It seems the heart and the mind are connected. But you already knew that, literally and figuratively. The brainstem is responsible for regulating blood pressure and heart rhythms. The heart pumps blood to oxygenate the brain. According to a recent MedPage Today article titled “Early CVD Linked to Accelerated Cognitive […]
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Salt and cardiovascular disease

Can Sodium Cause Cardiovascular Disease?

POSTED ON: January 16, 2023 BY: Kyle Krull
Cardiovascular disease is a prominent cause of death. The heart is an essential muscle in the body. It pumps blood to all organs and tissues, supplying them with oxygen. When Damar Hamlin of the Buffalo Bills experienced a cardiac arrest during the recent game against the Cincinnati Bengals, thousands of fans were reminded of importance […]
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Flaxseed

How Can Flaxseed Support Health in Aging?

POSTED ON: January 9, 2023 BY: Kyle Krull
Flaxseed can benefit healthy aging. Genes certainly play a role in health as people age. After all, it is hard to fool the gene pool! Choices also impact the aging process. Kind of an extension of that "nature or nurture" thing. People with great genes can increase their risk of ailments through poor diet and […]
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Supplements

What Supplements Interact Poorly with Prescriptions?

POSTED ON: May 18, 2022 BY: Kyle Krull
Prescriptions drugs and supplements do not always play nice together. Certain things like peanut butter and jelly or steak and potatoes pair well together. Others do not. A common and relatively harmless example is oil and water. According to a recent AARP article titled “6 Supplements That Don’t Always Mix With Prescription Drugs,” other seemingly harmless […]
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Pain medications and hypertension

What Pain Relievers Worsen Hypertension?

POSTED ON: April 18, 2022 BY: Kyle Krull
Certain over-the-counter pain medications can increase hypertension. Over-the-counter drugs are relatively easy for adults to access. For this reason, many people assume they are harmless and fail to read the labels. Many medications often have warnings for people under a certain age, women who are pregnant, or those with certain medical conditions. According to a […]
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Food beneficial to aging

What Types of Food Have Aging Benefits?

POSTED ON: December 15, 2021 BY: Kyle Krull
The food people eat can benefit or harm them as they age. Food is essential to life. Without it, we would starve and our bodies would shut down. Although any meal or snack provides calories for your body to burn as fuel, not all options are equally beneficial. According to a recent Healthline article titled […]
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