The objective of this study was to evaluate the scientific evidence on stevia, including expert opinion, folkloric precedent, history, pharmacology, kinetics/dynamics, interactions, adverse effects, toxicology, and dosing. This review serves as a...
Stevia, a plant native to South America, is up to 300 times sweeter than sugar in its extract form. With a low glycemic and added benefits in potentially helping to control obesity, enhance glucose tolerance, and reduce blood pressure, one would...
After using beta-blockers as the drug of choice to treat hypertension (high blood pressure) for 30 years, doctors have finally been warned that the drugs are ineffective and dangerous.
ASPARTAME: Why it’s not so sweet
Re Parkinson’s disease (WDDTY vol 14 no 5), I am puzzled by a statement about vitamin B6 which suggested that patients with heart conditions should not take it. This is the first I have heard of an adverse effect on heart conditions by B6.
PRE-ECLAMPSIA? It could increase your chances of heart problems later
Reducing salt in your diet will not help lessen the risks of high blood pressure, stroke and heart attack. The long cherished belief that salt was a major culprit in raising blood pressure has bee ...
Consuming lots of fruit and vegetables can reduce your risk of high blood pressure, say British researchers.
Q My wife has been taking drugs for high blood pressure for six years, and suffers distressing side-effects from whichever type she is prescribed. She is convinced the drugs have no beneficial effect whatsoever, as her blood pressure goes up and...
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