May 12, 2021
研究發現鈉含量攝取過多是高血壓潛在的元兇之一，而高血壓可能會導致中風、心臟病、視力下降、腎臟受損以及阿茲海默症，是「隱形的殺手」。以成人而言，美國心臟病學會建議一天的鈉攝取量不應超過 2,300 mg，理想的攝取量約為1,500 mg。在台灣，依據衛生福利部建議，每日鈉總攝取量不宜超過2400毫克（約為6公克鹽）。
April 28, 2021
得舒飲食（DASH Diet) 英文字面上的意思是遠離高血壓的飲食（Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension）。1992年，美國國家衛生院研究何種飲食最能夠降低高血壓，多個研究結果發現得舒飲食有效降低高血壓。在不改變生活型態的情況下，實行得舒飲食的受試者的收縮壓下降了 6-11mmHg。除此之外，受試者的低密度膽固醇（LDL）也有下降。
November 12, 2020
All you need to know about taking a plane during Covid-19 Cramming into a metal box with hundreds of people for hours is not an ideal situation to be in during the COVID-19 pandemic. However, this is the situation many people would find themselves in as they get on a plane for Thanksgiving, Christmas, New […]
November 10, 2020
MOCACARE is an FDA registered medical device company based in California that has in stock five types of medical-grade isolation gowns (AB1003, AB1004, AC1007, AD1008, and AD1009) and one type of medical-grade coveralls (CC1001). Our products received certificates such as the EU Declaration of Conformity, BSI Certificate of Registration, and Intertek test report. MOCACARE’s isolation […]
October 23, 2020
ASTM-rated masks are medical masks that are fluid resistant and have a high degree of filtration efficiency. ASTM-rated masks are rated by three levels, higher-level masks have a higher filtration efficiency and fluid resistance. ASTM level 1 masks are commonly called procedure masks and ASTM level 2 masks surgical masks. They are usually used by […]
May 26, 2020
Photo by Thirdman on Pexels.com Now that mask-wearing becomes a daily routine for many during the coronavirus outbreak, it is important to learn how to properly put on and remove a facemask. Before we dive into the details, here are three rules of thumb: Wash your hands thoroughly before and after handling the mask every […]
May 12, 2020
During the coronavirus crisis, mask-wearing and the nation-wide shortage of masks have become hotly discussed topics. You might have already heard the names of many different types of masks: N95 respirator, KN95 respirator, surgical mask, and cloth mask, but are you confused about what each of them means and how they are different? Read on […]
April 23, 2020
Amid the coronavirus pandemic, handwashing is a crucial part of warding off infections and slowing the spread of COVID-19. The coronavirus can infect you if you have touched your eyes, nose, or mouth after touching an infected person’s bodily secretions or a contaminated surface. Despite the importance of handwashing, a study has shown that people […]
April 20, 2020
The CDC has officially changed its COVID-19 guideline on mask-wearing and has advised all Americans to wear cloth mask/face-covering in public. Previously, the CDC has advised Americans against wearing any masks—neither medical-grade nor home-made—if they’re not sick or taking care of someone who is sick. Why has the CDC changed its guideline? This article will […]
March 24, 2020
The outbreak and surging case caused by Omicron variants seem to cast a shadow on the previously controlled Covid-19 in 2021. Despite the reported relatively mild symptom of the Omicron variant, it still breaks the Covid-19 hospitalization rate at over 132,000. There were 132,646 people hospitalized with COVID, surpassing the record of 132,051 set in January last […]
March 5, 2020
Meet Potassium Potassium is an essential part of a well-balanced diet, but adequate intake is especially important for those with hypertension and can relax blood vessels’ walls, thus decreasing blood pressure. Potassium can also help the body remove excess sodium (salt), a mineral that raises blood pressure. This article is going to review some high potassium […]
March 5, 2020
The CDC reports that every day, 1,300 Americans die of high blood pressure or related illnesses. In 1992, The National Institute of Health-funded research on what kind of diet can help people lower their high blood pressure, and the DASH eating plan was tested to effectively reduce blood pressure by multiple studies. DASH stands for […]