Hypertension (high blood pressure) continues to be a critical global health issue, significantly increasing the risk of heart disease, stroke, dementia and kidney failure. As medical knowledge evolves, treatment guidelines and blood pressure targets have also undergone significant changes. This article provides considerations for establishing individualized blood pressure goals, with a particular emphasis on understanding […]
Why Is Weight Loss Hard to Maintain—and How to Succeed?
When it comes to weight loss, there is no shortage of diet options: low-calorie, low-carbohydrate, low-fat, juice-only fasts, meal replacements, and even medications. But, while many of these approaches can lead to initial weight loss, the real challenge lies in maintaining that loss over the long term. The key to successful, sustainable weight loss is […]
What is normal blood pressure for women?
High blood pressure or hypertension is the leading cause of death from heart disease and stroke in women, and it is considered one of the most neglected because many women remain undiagnosed. Among those who are treated for hypertension, only a small number achieve optimal levels. When you say that your “blood pressure is normal,” […]