Reducing high blood pressure can reduce the risk of dementia

Reducing high blood pressure can reduce the risk of dementia

Reducing blood pressure is associated with a reduced risk of dementia Shutterstock / Grinny Reducing high blood pressure reduces the risk of dementia and cognitive impali, according to a large study of people in China. Many studies have attached high blood pressure, also known as hypertension, with a greater risk of developing dementia. Some studies … Read more

Wake up to the bigger picture of how to get a better night’s sleep

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Caroline Tompkins/Refinery29 for Getty Images When trying to form a healthy habit, being aware usually helps. So it’s easy to understand why sleep tracking devices, which claim to reveal what happened while users were off the clock, have become so popular among those seeking better rest. These promise to monitor not only how long you’ve … Read more