Beets contain nitrates that the body turns into nitric oxide, a compound that helps relax blood vessels to improve blood flow and lower blood pressure.

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Two studies have found the DASH diet — either alone or combined with the Mediterranean diet — is a winner for lowering the risk of dementia.

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Those with a higher risk of kidney disease, such as diabetics or people with high blood pressure, should be particularly ...

How do blood vessels stay strong, flexible, and responsive to the body's changing need for oxygen and nutrients? The answer lies not only in biology—but also in physics. Researchers at Åbo Akademi ...

Varicose veins are largely regarded as a cosmetic problem, the kind that affects appearance more than health. The post From Lifestyle to Treatment: A Holistic Approach to Managing Varicose Veins ...

More than 10,000 Americans who suffer from chronic liver disease are on a waitlist for a liver transplant, but there are not enough donated organs for all of those patients. Additionally, many people ...

More than 10,000 Americans who suffer from chronic liver disease are on a waitlist for a liver transplant, but there are not enough donated organs for all of those patients. Additionally, many people ...

The research was led by a team from Simon Fraser University (SFU)'s Aerospace Physiology Laboratory, which routinely ...

Two people have died in a bacterial meningitis outbreak in the south of England. Here’s what you need to know.

IgA nephropathy, an immune assault on the kidneys, is often missed. New treatments mean that spotting it sooner might save lives ...