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Why You Might Need More Magnesium if You Have Type 2 Diabetes
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People with diabetes are more likely to be magnesium deficient than people without the disease. Here’s why that’s a problem, and how you can make sure you’re getting enough.
Are Online Pharmacies Taking Over?
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The days of waiting in line at Pharmacies are coming to an end thanks to the widespread adoption of e-commerce.
Find Out How the Most Popular Brands of OTC Pain Relievers Compare.
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Have a headache or a pulled muscle? Odds are over-the-counter (OTC) pain relievers like ibuprofen, aspirin or acetaminophen will do the trick. And unlike prescription pain medications containing opioids, OTC painkillers aren’t habit-forming, and likely won’t leave you groggy, dizzy, or even constipated. They’re also cheap and easy to find. All pharmacies carry both brand-name and generic varieties, which are generally cheaper and work just as well. Below are the top 5 OTC pain medications people prefer, based on a sample of more than 4,000 people. This is based on the database of drug reviews from our friends at Iodine, based...
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How Magnesium Keeps Your Heart Rhythm Healthy
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Magnesium is central to a healthy heart rhythm because it's involved in transporting other electrolytes, such as calcium and potassium, into cells. Electrolytes are all-important for nerve signals and the muscle contractions of a normal heartbeat. Research shows that magnesium deficiency, or restricted magnesium intake, increases irregular heartbeats known as arrhythmia.
High Blood Pressure - By the Numbers
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In 2017, the American College of Cardiology (ACC) and the American Heart Association (AHA) released new guidelines for what constitutes high blood pressure, or hypertension.If these guidelines were applied to Barbadians, only 1 in 3 Barbadian adults, or 33 percent of the population, were considered to have high blood pressure, which was defined as a blood pressure reading of 140/90 mmHg (millimeters of mercury). The new guidelines define high blood pressure as 130/80 mmHg.
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