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In this year-long study, both standard and high-dose vitamin D supplementation achieved meaningful blood pressure reductions of 3.5/2.8 mm Hg in older adults with obesity.

Improper arm positioning during blood pressure measurement can lead to overestimations of up to 7 mmHg in systolic pressure, potentially altering patient diagnoses and treatment plans.

Recent guidelines emphasize four primary medication classes for hypertension management, steering away from older options that may carry higher risks of side effects.

Researchers report that consuming more than 400 milligrams of caffeine per day can increase a person’s risk of cardiovascular disease.

Regular high caffeine intake could disturb the parasympathetic system, potentially leading to elevated blood pressure and heart rates in otherwise healthy individuals.

Recent studies indicate that stevia, unlike some artificial sweeteners, does not increase appetite or decrease satiety, potentially aiding in weight management efforts.