How to improve your plank time gradually. 1  Start with the easier variation if needed. You can start with a bent-knee plank if you canât perform a regular plank yet. 2  Practise every day. Space your planking exercise throughout the day and do 3-4 times every day. 3  Perform other body-weight exercises at the same time.
B Vitamins and Blood Pressure â Directorâs Choice. by NHRI | posted in: Blood Pressure, Vitamin B - General | 0. Written by Marcia J. Egles, MD. This article discusses the finding that B vitamins: thiamine (vitamin B1) and folacin (folate, vitamin B-9) were associated with a decrease in blood pressure. Dietary B vitamins may have favorable effects on blood pressure according to a ânutrient-wideâ statistical study (1) published by the American Heart Association.
Overview. Fruits and vegetables contain essential vitamins and nutrients that can help lower blood pressure, reduce the risk of certain cancers and fight heart disease and stroke.Women should aim for 2 to 3 cups of each fruits and vegetables per day. Vitamins. B vitamins, such as folate, niacin, riboflavin and thiamin, reduce heart disease and stroke, ease stress, alleviate depression, help the nervous system and help break down carbohydrates. B Vitamins can be found in bananas, lentils, chili peppers, dark leafy vegetables, berries and beans.