10 lifestyle changes you can make to lower your blood pressure and keep it down

-Lose extra pounds and watch your waistline
-Exercise regularly
-Eat a healthy diet
-Reduce sodium in your diet
-Limit the amount of alcohol you drink
-Avoid tobacco products and secondhand smoke
-Cut back on caffeine
-Reduce your stress
-Monitor your blood pressure at home and make regular doctor’s appointments
-Get support from family and friends

Buh Bye Food Pyramid, Hello Plate!

Buh Bye Food Pyramid, Hello Plate!

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The pyramid guide to healthy eating that many Americans grew up with has been scrapped, and in its place the Obama administration is serving up a dinner plate icon sliced up by food groups. Read more…