Reducing sodium in the diet significantly lowers blood pressure in one week

Reducing sodium in the diet significantly lowers blood pressure in one week

A new study found that reducing sodium in the diet to 4,000 milligrams per day significantly reduced blood pressure after one week. This was the case for 70% of adults aged 50 to 75. The findings were presented at the 2023 American Heart Association Scientific Sessions in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on… Continue Reading Reducing sodium in the diet significantly lowers blood pressure in one week

The role of Medicare benefits in reducing health care costs differs by patient condition

The role of Medicare benefits in reducing health care costs differs by patient condition

According to a new study by Professor Jeah Jung, Medicare Advantage generally used fewer resources (and therefore cost less), but to varying extents across conditions, including in some cases where it was not significantly different from traditional Medicare. More than 18 percent of the U.S. population ($65 million) is enrolled… Continue Reading The role of Medicare benefits in reducing health care costs differs by patient condition