High Blood Pressure

Latest research findings about high blood pressure or hypertension from universities and research institutes.

The best breakfast foods to lower blood pressure

Keeping your blood pressure in a healthy range is important for your heart and overall health. High blood pressure can lead to serious problems...

Ibuprofen may harm kidneys when combined with blood pressure drugs

A new study from the University of Waterloo warns that using ibuprofen, a common painkiller, along with certain blood pressure medications could be dangerous. The...

Some blood pressure medications may increase skin disease

Psoriasis is a long-lasting skin condition that causes red, itchy, and scaly patches. These usually show up on the elbows, knees, scalp, or torso....

How to drink coffee to boost heart health

A recent study from Semmelweis University found that drinking up to three cups of coffee a day might protect your heart and reduce the...

Blood pressure drug could help treat ADHD more safely

A new study suggests that a common blood pressure drug, amlodipine, could be repurposed to help treat symptoms of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). This international research,...

This hormone can be a hidden cause of high blood pressure

Scientists from Brigham and Women’s Hospital have discovered that a hormone called aldosterone plays a bigger role in high blood pressure than previously thought. Their...

This drug may be safer and more effective for treating high blood pressure

A new study from Columbia University is making doctors take a closer look at which medicines are best for treating high blood pressure. The research...

Magnesium can be a simple way to support blood pressure health

Magnesium is a mineral that your body needs to stay healthy. It plays a big role in helping your body do many important things....

Ibuprofen may harm kidneys when taken with some blood pressure drugs

People who take medicine for high blood pressure should be careful when using ibuprofen, a common painkiller you can buy without a prescription. A new...

Common blood pressure drug may have more risks than expected

A new study from Columbia University has raised concerns about one of the most commonly used medications for high blood pressure. The research looked...