The latest medical evidence has proven that people with blood pressure in the 130-139 range carry a doubled risk of heart attack, stroke, heart failure and kidney failure, compared to those with lower blood pressure, said Dr. Joaquin Cigarroa, a member of the clinical guidelines task force.

There are many causes of a high BP such as trans fat, lack of sleep, carbon monoxide poisoning, metal toxicity, mold toxicity, medications and drugs, genetics, foods and other unknowns. When a person is dying, the BP is the lowest.

Trans fat foods

No more trans fats to raise blood pressure! The decision by the FDA to ban trans fats that raise blood pressure and increase risk for heart attack and stroke, is a great victory for heart health.

Sleep and blood pressure

Over time, a lack of sleep could hurt your body’s ability to regulate stress hormones, leading…