A better memory, greater quality of life, and independence are potential benefits of treating high blood pressure sooner—but not for everyone. Discover the major updates to blood pressure guidelines.  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ 

August 22, 2025

Happy Friday! Today, we'll discuss major updates on blood pressure guidelines and familiar foods that pose heart disease risks. Let's dive in. Chrisy Trudeau Managing Editor Major Updates on Blood Pressure Guidelines A better memory, greater quality of life, and independence are potential benefits of treating high blood pressure sooner—but not for everyone. Discover the major updates to blood pressure guidelines. SHARE*      READ NOW Familiar Foods That Pose Heart Disease Risks These everyday foods could quietly affect your heart health—what you eat may matter more than you realize. SHARE*      READ NOW Today's Top Stories US News CDC Adviser Says Vote on RSV Antibody Was Based on Distorted Data READ NOW ＞       US News Declared Conflicts of Interest for CDC Advisers Dropped Before RFK Jr. Dismissals: Study READ NOW ＞       US News FDA Warns Public Over Potentially Radioactive Walmart Shrimp READ NOW ＞       Other Studies: • High-salt diet triggers brain inflammation that raises blood pressure, mouse study finds. WORDS OF WISDOM I think it better to do right, even if we suffer in so doing, than to incur the reproach of our consciences and posterity. – Robert E. Lee – Healthy Living Health Viewpoints Chronic Hemorrhoids? TCM Can Help You Ease the Pain READ NOW ＞       Wellness Newsletter The Formidable Power of Awareness READ NOW ＞       Today's Meal Idea Recipe Approved by Sheridan Genrich Clinical Nutritionist & Naturopathic Expert Mexican Chicken Soup Tender shredded chicken simmers in a fragrant broth of garlic, mandarin orange, and lime, then is topped with crispy fried tortilla strips for an unforgettable soup. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to four days or freeze for up to three months. How to Make It Worth a Look Mattresses Give Your Back a Break! Mattress Firm’s Labor Day Sale Is Already Live       Contributed by Gan Jing World 11 Common Plants That Could Be Toxic to Your Pets! Exercise Your Brain Spot the Difference SPOT Today's Hurdle GUESS Relaxing Music PLAY Play our popular Crossword and Word Wipe. Want to play something else? See all games. Thank you for reading Rise & Shine! Enjoying this newsletter? We'd love to hear how we can make it even better! Do you know someone who would like this newsletter? Share this sign up link with your friend. Prefer push notifications? Download The Epoch Times from the App Store or Google Play. Trouble viewing this email? View in browser. The information in this newsletter is not intended to replace a one-on-one relationship with a qualified healthcare professional and is not intended as medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. It is intended as a sharing of knowledge and information from the research and experience of many experts and journalists. The Epoch Times encourages you to make your own healthcare decisions based upon your research and in partnership with a qualified healthcare professional. * When sharing an article, giftaccess@TheEpochTimes.com is added to the list of recipients. If your friend is not already a subscriber, we will send them a special link for free access to the article. Our Rise & Shine newsletter is one of the best ways to receive vital health news and information. Manage your email preferences here or unsubscribe from Rise & Shine here. Copyright © 2025 The Epoch Times, All rights reserved. The Epoch Times. 229 W. 28 St. Fl. 7 New York, NY 10001 | Contact Us