Why some most common painkillers can lower blood pressure
Acetaminophen is one of the most common painkillers. Many people take it for headaches, fevers, or minor aches, and it’s generally considered safe.
Most of...
Study cures a common cause of high blood pressure
Researchers have discovered that a common form of high blood pressure is caused by tiny, non-cancerous growths in the adrenal glands.
These small nodules, found...
Stopping blood thinners can increases stroke and heart attack risk
A new study from the University of Bath has found that for older adults with atrial fibrillation (AF), stopping blood thinners significantly raises the...
Irregular sleep patterns can raise blood pressure
Many people believe that small changes in their sleep schedule won’t affect their health. However, new research from Flinders University suggests otherwise.
The study found...
This painkiller may raise heart disease and stroke risk
A new study from the University of Edinburgh suggests that taking paracetamol regularly for long periods may increase the risk of heart disease and...
Some nutrient may reduce heart disease by clearing artery plaques
Heart disease remains the leading cause of death worldwide, with atherosclerosis—a condition where fatty plaques build up in arteries—playing a major role. These plaques can...
This new salt substitute may help lower blood pressure
Many people love salty foods like pizza, chips, burgers, and bread.
But in the U.S., the average person eats too much salt, consuming over 3,400 milligrams of sodium...
Heart disease may cause early brain dysfunction and increase Alzheimer’s risk
New research has found that heart disease can directly cause brain dysfunction, potentially leading to dementia even before visible damage appears in the brain’s...
Can eyes shows cause of heart disease?
A recent study from St George’s and other institutions has found that the shape and size of blood vessels in the eye may provide...
Compound in oranges may reduce obesity, heart disease risk
A recent study from Western University has found that a natural compound found in sweet oranges and tangerines, called nobiletin, may help reduce obesity, lower diabetes risk,...