Scientists discover hidden cause of heart disease
Heart disease remains one of the biggest health threats around the world, especially in the United States, where it is responsible for about 25%...
Understand common causes of white coat hypertension
Have you ever visited the doctor and been told your blood pressure is high—only to find it’s completely normal when you check it at...
B vitamins may help lower blood pressure, study finds
A new study from the University of Maine suggests that B vitamins could help lower blood pressure, especially for people who don’t respond well...
What you should know about cholesterol drugs and their hidden side effects
Cholesterol-lowering drugs are widely used around the world, especially by older adults, to protect the heart and blood vessels. These medications help lower the...
This daily nutrient can help reverse artery plaque
Heart disease is still the number one cause of death around the world. One of the biggest reasons is a condition called atherosclerosis. This...
Common sedative drug used at night may harm heart health
Midazolam is a widely used drug that helps patients relax before surgeries. It works quickly to calm nerves and often causes people to forget...
Almonds may improve heart, gut, and metabolic health
A handful of almonds each day could make a real difference in the health of people living with metabolic syndrome, according to new research...
Lowering blood pressure to below 120 mm Hg could save more lives
Heart disease is one of the biggest health problems around the world. It can lead to heart attacks, strokes, and even death.
One of the...
This blood pressure drug linked to sudden heart stoppage, study warns
A new European study has found that a common blood pressure drug, when taken in high doses, may increase the risk of sudden cardiac...
Vitamin D may help lower blood pressure in older adults with obesity
New research published in the Journal of the Endocrine Society suggests that vitamin D supplements can help reduce blood pressure in certain groups—specifically older...