High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, occurs when the pressure of blood pushing against your artery walls remains consistently too high. It is measured with two numbers: 120 Systolic: pressure when your heart pumps blood out 80 ...
High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, occurs when the pressure of blood pushing against your artery walls remains consistently too high. It is measured with two numbers: 120 – Systolic: pressure when your heart pumps blood out 80 – Diastolic: pressure when...
Have you been told your cholesterol is high? You’re not alone. Nearly half of Irish adults have raised cholesterol levels, which significantly increases the risk of heart disease and stroke. The positive news is that what you eat can make a real difference. While...
Surgery puts immense stress on the body. It affects your metabolism, weakens your immune system, and can lead to muscle breakdown—especially if you're immobile or spending extended time lying down. Eating well after surgery is crucial to support healing, maintain...
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‘Dry January’. This resolution involves cutting alcohol from your routine for only one month... a bit more manageable than creating a resolution that lasts a whole year! Even short term abstention from alcohol can help change your relationship with this fickle friend,...
Cholesterol is primarily produced by the liver and is essential for your body to function; however, high cholesterol levels can lead to serious health conditions like heart disease. Half of people in Ireland have more than the recommended level of blood cholesterol,...
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