Archive for February, 2009

Avoid High Blood Pressure - 12 Steps

Tuesday, February 3rd, 2009

by Christian Goodman

Even the medical community who have been doing research on blood pressure for decades say that about 95% of high blood pressure problems have unknown causes, and you can have it without even knowing it, even if you feel healthy. For this reason, you must be on guard and monitor your blood pressure, and have it checked on a regular basis.

Coffee and smoking will both raise your blood pressure temporarily so be sure you don’t smoke or drink coffee for at least thirty minutes before you have it taken. If you’re a smoker, you should know this puts you at greater risk for developing high blood pressure than a non-smoker. (more…)

Lack Of Vitamin D Can Cause High Blood Pressure

Sunday, February 1st, 2009

by Christian Goodman

I am extremely fortunate in my position to be able to receive direct feedback from my clients. They let me know personally, how my program has helped and ask follow up questions to help ensure they are as healthy as they can possibly be. Sometimes, the same question comes up and its good to be able to address the answer to many.

Vitamin D deficiency is something people have asked about as it relates to different health problems.

Vitamin D is actually several different vitamins ” Vitamin D2 and D3 specifically. Vitamin D3 is produced when a persons skin is exposed to sunlight or ultraviolet light. In fact, sunlight is the easiest way to get the required amount of Vitamin D.

Vitamin D is important because it allows the body to process calcium and phosphorus, providing for strong bones. It is also important in the maintenance of the bodys organs, including the heart. (more…)