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  <title>Veteran Merchandise - Veterans Health Corner</title>
  <updated>2019-06-12T15:52:00-06:00</updated>
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    <name>Veteran Merchandise</name>
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    <id>https://veteranmerchandise.com/blogs/veterans-health-corner/how-to-improve-sleep-and-manage-stress-with-the-vm6-elite</id>
    <published>2019-06-12T15:52:00-06:00</published>
    <updated>2019-06-12T16:21:05-06:00</updated>
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    <title>HOW TO IMPROVE SLEEP AND MANAGE STRESS WITH THE VM6 ELITE</title>
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      <name>Kelvin Adikwu</name>
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      <![CDATA[<p>If you or someone you know has heart disease, then you most likely have heard that for a heart-healthy lifestyle, the patient should eat wisely, keep blood pressure, weight, and blood sugar on target as well as get regular physical activity. Not to mention ditch smoking. What you may not know is that getting enough, good-quality sleep, as well as stress control, also offers genuine benefits to your heart and overall well-being.</p>
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<p style="text-align: center;"><strong> IMPROVE SLEEP AND MANAGE STRESS WITH THE VM6 ELITE</strong></p>
<p><strong>Sleep</strong></p>
<p>Sleep apnea and sleep deprivation are two sleep-related problems that plague many middle-aged and older people. Both of which are often linked to a higher risk of heart disease.</p>
<ul>
<li>Sleep apnea which is a common cause of loud, disruptive snoring often means the affected person can temporarily stop breathing many times during the night. Studies have shown that some 83% of people with heart disease tend to have sleep apnea.</li>
<li>Sleep deprivation or inadequate sleep can increase the risk for chronic health problems such as heart disease, high cholesterol, high blood pressure, and high triglycerides.</li>
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<p><br> What then is a simple way to avoid the life-threatening situations that come from sleep deprivation and Sleep Apnea?</p>
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<p>For starters, you want to monitor your sleep, blood pressure, heart rate and oxygen levels with a high-tech activity tracker like <span style="color: #0000ff;"><a href="https://veteranmerchandise.com/products/q6-elite-hr-bp-waterproof-activity-tracker-with-blood-oxygen-technology" style="color: #0000ff;"><strong>the VM6 Elite</strong></a></span>. Unlike the more expensive Fitbit and Apple Watches, the VM6 Elite which is priced at $69.97 is the first and most affordable choice for tracking blood pressure and sleep patterns for over 30,000 Veteran Merchandise customers who use and attest to the benefits of this device. To see what people are saying about the VM6 Elite, <a href="https://veteranmerchandise.com/">click here to see verified customer reviews</a></p>
<p><span style="color: #0000ff;"><strong><a href="https://veteranmerchandise.com/products/q6-elite-hr-bp-waterproof-activity-tracker-with-blood-oxygen-technology" style="color: #0000ff;">Click here to learn more about the VM6 Elite.</a></strong></span></p>
<p>Tip: If you snore often and loudly and you find yourself getting tired during the day, you want to visit your doctor for sleep apnea evaluation.</p>
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<p><strong>Stress and Negative Thoughts</strong></p>
<p>Health specialists often speculate that psychological factors are heartfelt – in the literal sense. This means things such as stress and negative thinking can contribute to an increased risk of heart problems -, particularly heart attack risk. This also holds true for anxiety, depression, anger, social isolation, and hostility. As standalone actors, each of these psychological factors can heighten a person’s chances of developing heart problems. But as humans, we often experience these issues together such that depression can lead to social isolation and psychological stress often leads to anxiety and so on.</p>
<p>Fortunately, there are healthier ways to respond to stress that should help your heart as well as improve your quality of life. With physical activities such as walking, jogging, and yoga or relaxation exercises, your overall wellbeing improves – especially when you track these activities with a high tech activity tracker like <span style="color: #0000ff;"><a href="https://veteranmerchandise.com/products/q6-elite-hr-bp-waterproof-activity-tracker-with-blood-oxygen-technology" style="color: #0000ff;"><strong>the VM6 Elite</strong></a></span>.</p>
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<p>The data provided by the app would come in handy in your quest for a better life. One often overlooked activity that improves a person’s quality of life is staying connected with co-workers, friends and or family members.</p>
<p><strong>And speaking of Family Members… </strong></p>
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<p><strong>Along with the VM6 Elite, all the items you will find in our best sellers section are on sale at 20% OFF when you use the code VETDAD at checkout. </strong></p>
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    <id>https://veteranmerchandise.com/blogs/veterans-health-corner/haven-t-you-heard-compression-socks-are-the-latest-craze</id>
    <published>2018-08-24T14:44:00-06:00</published>
    <updated>2018-08-24T14:44:46-06:00</updated>
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    <title>Haven’t You Heard? Compression Socks Are The Latest Craze!</title>
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      <name>Kandyce Miller</name>
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      <![CDATA[<meta charset="utf-8"><span>Haven’t you heard? Compression socks are the latest craze, and believe it or not they can help anyone, not just those with circulatory health issues. As a matter of fact, compression socks worn properly can improve how someone feels throughout their day. From the retired to the active athlete and those who are diabetic, </span><a href="https://veteranmerchandise.com/products/open-toe-zipper-compression-stockings-for-men-and-women" target="_blank" title="Compression Socks For Great For Everyone" rel="noopener noreferrer">compression socks are extremely beneficial</a><span> - and for good reason.</span><p><a class="read-more" href="https://veteranmerchandise.com/blogs/veterans-health-corner/haven-t-you-heard-compression-socks-are-the-latest-craze">More</a></p>]]>
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      <![CDATA[<meta charset="utf-8"><span>Haven’t you heard? Compression socks are the latest craze, and believe it or not they can help anyone, not just those with circulatory health issues. As a matter of fact, compression socks worn properly can improve how someone feels throughout their day. From the retired to the active athlete and those who are diabetic, </span><a href="https://veteranmerchandise.com/products/open-toe-zipper-compression-stockings-for-men-and-women" target="_blank" title="Compression Socks For Great For Everyone" rel="noopener noreferrer">compression socks are extremely beneficial</a><span> - and for good reason. Best worn while you are traveling, or if sitting and standing for long periods of time are apart of your daily work routine. Compression socks will give you that extra comfort you didn’t know you were looking for. </span><br>
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<h2>What Are Compression Socks And Who Are They For?</h2>
<span>Compression socks aren’t your ordinary ankle or knee-high socks that you can pick up from the store. No matter how old you are, compression socks can help increase blood circulation throughout your body, which in turn helps boost your energy levels and reduces any swelling, tiredness, or soreness in your feet and legs.</span><br><br><span>Since your legs and feet are at the bottom of your body and because of the natural force of gravity, the blood in your veins in your feet has to work extra hard to travel back up to the heart. Poor circulation or other medical conditions can cause your blood to pool, which leads to foot and leg swelling, fatigue, and pain. Compression socks relieve this issue because they are designed to squeeze the foot and leg tissues enough to improve blood flow. Leg compression garments have the strongest support at the ankle and gradually decreases towards the top (closest to the knee). The high-tech fibers and materials for compression socks provide support and comfort for your feet, ankles, calves, and legs, while the graduated pressure helps improve circulation in your legs and muscles.</span>
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<h2>Compression Can Help Medical Conditions</h2>
<span>Many medical conditions can cause swelling and discomfort in the legs and feet. Circulation problems lead to issues with blood flow, and some people are more prone to leg swelling in general. If you’re suffering from foot conditions like </span><a href="https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/plantar-fasciitis/symptoms-causes/syc-20354846" target="_blank" title="Plantar Fasciitis Professional Definition  " rel="noopener noreferrer">plantar fasciitis</a><span>, compression socks for plantar fasciitis promote circulation for faster healing and provide a bit of </span><a href="https://veteranmerchandise.com/products/plantar-fascia-pain-relief-compression-support-ankle-sleeve" target="_blank" title="Foot and Ankle Compression Support " rel="noopener noreferrer">additional heel and Achilles support</a><span>. While standing for long periods of time can cause blood to pool in your feet, sitting can cause unhealthy constrictions of the blood vessels in your legs. Compression socks, if worn regularly can help ward off or prevent circulation issues from becoming a problem for you in the future.</span><br><br><span>While 15-20 mmHg of compression does not require a recommendation from a medical professional, you should still visit your doctor as a preemptive measure. In this situation, if you aren’t experiencing any symptoms of venous diseases and are just seeking compression for all-day comfort, you should be wearing 15-20 mmHg or 20-30 mmHg of compression. 15-20 mmHg is generally used to relieve achy legs, while 20-30 mmHg is used for symptoms like leg fatigue or heaviness.</span><br>
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<h2>Compression Socks Can Provide Overall Comfort</h2>
<span>So, what if you’re not a runner, flight attendant or desk jockey and don’t have any medical conditions or surgeries? Do you really need compression socks? The great thing about compression socks is the average person can use them without having a medical or occupational need for them. If you’ve been on your feet all day and your legs are tired and worn out, compression socks are a good way to recover from your long day! Compression socks are an easy way to promote better circulation and keep your legs and feet healthy. </span><br>
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<h3>Benefits of Wearing Graduated Compression</h3>
<ul>
<li>They help reduce swelling in the feet and legs.</li>
<li>They improve overall blood flow and oxygenation. </li>
<li>They help improve recovery time of achy/sore muscles.</li>
<li>They are antimicrobial, so your feet won’t stink.</li>
<li>They are breathable, so they won’t make your legs feel hot or itchy. </li>
<li>They help reduce the risk of developing DVT (Deep Vein Thrombosis, or blood clots). </li>
</ul>
<br><span>*The </span><a href="https://veteranmerchandise.com/products/open-toe-zipper-compression-stockings-for-men-and-women" target="_blank" title="Compression Socks Are Great For Everyone" rel="noopener noreferrer">benefits of wearing compression garments</a><span> are dependent on wearing the garment properly. Make sure you are not only purchasing the correct size garment but also putting the garment on correctly. To put on a compression garment, first start with the garment inside-out. Then, put your foot into the toe of the sock first, and using your fingertips, gently slide the rest of the stocking up your leg, carefully smoothing out any bumps or creases. Also, be careful to not yank the stocking from the top, as this could cause the stocking to rip or become damaged (although many fabrics used for compression are very durable).</span>]]>
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