High Blood Pressure

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

Controlling high blood pressure: beyond weight loss

High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is a health condition that affects a large portion of the population. It's a major risk factor...

Relaxing words heard in sleep can help slow down heart rate

While we sleep, it might seem like we're cut off from the world around us, but researchers from the University of Liège, in collaboration...

How to manage high blood pressure if you have diabetes

Living with diabetes means you're already on a journey that requires careful navigation. When high blood pressure decides to join the ride, the journey...

Herbal teas could help lower blood pressure, shows study

In our quest for a healthy heart and a peaceful mind, the answer might just lie in a warm, soothing cup of herbal tea. Herbal...

What to know about high blood pressure complications

High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is a silent condition that sneaks up on millions of people around the world. It's called the "silent...

The link between high blood pressure and cholesterol

Understanding the relationship between high blood pressure and cholesterol can feel like trying to unravel a complex puzzle. However, this connection is simpler than it...

Arterial stiffness is a new big risk factor for high blood pressure

As high blood pressure and obesity continue to rise globally, despite increased awareness and efforts to encourage healthier lifestyles, a new risk factor has...

New way to diagnose and treat high blood pressure

In an exciting development from Queen Mary University of London, researchers have discovered a breakthrough in diagnosing and treating a common cause of high...

Genes can affect your blood pressure from childhood, study finds

In a new study from the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU), researchers, including Ph.D. candidate Karsten Øvretveit, are delving into the link...

Keeping fit with high blood pressure: safe exercise strategies

If you or someone you know has high blood pressure, you might wonder if exercising is safe or even beneficial. The good news is,...