Heart Smart Fitness for Seniors
Are seniors over the age of 60 who play tennis twice a week or more and lift weights regularly risking a heart attack? Seniors and those with a family history of heart disease should not ignore the risks. However, risks can be reduced if simple steps are followed.
Black Pepper
Black pepper is the most pungent and flavorful of all peppers, it is also the most widely used and is easily available. In fact, you'll find it on the table at most restaurants in the United States. But don't let that ease of access diminish it's importance in your diet. Black pepper can be a powerful tool in your nutritional planning!
Tread on High Blood Pressure
The number of adults in the world with high blood pressure was 972 million in 2000, with a projected forecast for 1.56 billion by 2025! If you're one of them, you might want to make a beeline for the nearest treadmill. Striding on the treadmill may be the most effective exercise for lowering blood pressure.