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low Total Testosterone associated with increased BMI, systolic blood pressure, glucose, triglycerides, total cholesterol, LDL apolipoprotien B and A1. Low Testosterone is associated with increased cardiovascular disease.  Men at risk for cardiovascular disease must be evaluated for hormones.

Low T and high cortisol associated with increased ischemic events and elevated blood pressure.

low vitamin D associated with an increased odds ratio of elevated blood pressure and elevated triglycerides in post-menopausal women with metabolic syndrome.

young children have a different set of needs than adults. Aesthetically, devices designed for kids are often sleek and colorful, and functionally, they are typically lightweight and adjustable. As any parent knows, young people don't stay the same size for long and since a wheelchair is a major purchase -- don't want a simple growth spurt to render it useless. Wheelchair category offers models that feature seat width and depth adjustability, elevating legrests, and other versatile features. As a weight-bearing activity is critical to proper physical and mental function-which is why children with cerebral palsy, who may sit for stretches in a wheelchair and typically are unable to stand on their own, can benefit greatly from pediatric standers as part of a comprehensive pediatric rehabilitation program. Pediatric standers are offered in passive, active and mobile formats: Passive standers stay in one place and feature a support surface, active standers allow reciprocal movement of the extremities while in a standing position, and mobile standers enable users to self-propel. Cerebral Palsy Wheelchair: Cerebral Palsy Wheelchair Description: The model designed for cerebral palsy child only. Ultra light weight aluminium alloy frame. Seat Width 38 cms (15"). Net Weight: 18.5 kgs. Epoxy powder coated frame. Detachable arm rest & foot rest provided. Elevated and swinging foot rest. Elevated foot rest provided to elevate leg angle. Height adjustable and detachable head rest. Hydraulic reclining high back for a comfortable posture. Hydraulic adjustable seat angle. Detachable back and seat pad. Extra cushion upholstery provided to under arm, head & calg Foldable. Lever and paddle brakes provided. Safety belt provided. Maintenance free rear solid wheels. Cloth look like water proof upholstery. Anti wheels for better safety and stability. Extra cushion upholstery provided to under arm, head & leg. Folding action. Lever and paddle brakes provide

whey protein lowers blood pressure

DHA >EPA in reducing oxidative stress in those with high blood pressure and diabetes; though both effective

high fructose intake results in insulin resistance, obesity, type II DM, and high blood pressure

common blood pressure medication linked to gynecomastia in men. This reveals that amlodipine interferes with testosterone and estrogen balance

Abstract only available.  Cortisol-cortisone shuttle play a role in hypertension.  Those with 11betaHSD type II defects will have elevated blood pressure due to increase in mineralcorticoids.

Growth hormone treatment of abdominally obese men reduces abdominal fat mass, improves glucose and lipoprotein metabolism, and reduces diastolic blood pressure.

Six years of Testosterone therapy in men with obesity, low T, and type II Diabetes was found to decrease waist circumference, decrease weight, decrease fasting glucose, decrease in HgbA1c and improved systolic/diastolic blood pressure, lipids, CRP, and liver enzymes.

Animal study finds the combination of coconut oil and exercise training reduced oxidative stress and lowered blood pressure.

"Dear, doctor. Is there natural home remedies for kidney disease, especially for Creatinine 8.1 patients. Many patients asked about what to do when blood pressure falls during dialysis and consequences of doing dialysis. My father is a CKD stage 3 and sufferer from pain on his left side between and left hip and last rib. How to alleviate it?"

vitamin C, absorbed via the endothelium, increases NO.  This will have a positive effect in lowering the blood pressure.

10 mg/kg significantly lowers blood pressure in mice.

4 grams of daily n-3 decreased pulse wave velocity--decreased arteriosclerosis.  No change in blood pressure noted through the change in central pulse pressure.

Omega-3, DHA lowers pressure and heart rate

Tynor Knee Cap Open Patella Knee Cap open patella is a compression tubular support used in orthopaedic practice to provide firm compression warmth & support to the limbs and joints, to allay pain and inflammation, generally associated with old age, arthritis, sports injury etc. Silicon patellar insert Four way stretch Freely breathable Soft and comfortable Tynor Knee Cap Open Patella Features Made from high quality nylon Ensures longer life. Appealing aesthetics Offers color fastness. Four-way stretch ability Good grip and compression Snug fitting No bunching at the back. Better comfort.. Special interlocking weave and single spiral elastic yarn , double layered Uniform compression even on uneven limb surface. Warmth improves healing. Provides firm support and gentle compression. Anterior patellar opening Relieves patellar pressure. Positions patella in patellar dislocations. Silicon patellar padding Propioception. Massages, increases blood flow, quick healing. Compresses and supports patellar tendon.

In this study, a high carbohydrate diet was replaced with a diet higher in monosaturated fats.  The result was: a lower carb diet with resultant increase in monosaturated fats resulted in a reduction in triglycerides, reduction in systolic B/P, increase in HDL, and resultant decrease in CVD risk