Aspirin and blood pressure: What you need to know
Aspirin is a common medication that many people take for various reasons, from relieving pain to reducing fever.
Interestingly, it's also been studied for its...
Blood pressure and family ties: What you need to know
When we gather at family reunions and look around at our relatives, we see reflections of ourselves—not just in mannerisms and appearances but in...
The power of cardio exercises for high blood pressure
When we talk about hypertension, or high blood pressure as it's more commonly known, the picture that often comes to mind is medication bottles...
Does high blood pressure increase cancer risk?
When we think about high blood pressure, also known as hypertension, we often link it to heart disease, stroke, and kidney problems.
Yet, recent studies...
How high blood pressure slows down wound healing
When we think of high blood pressure, or hypertension, we often consider its effects on heart health and the risk of stroke.
However, this common...
Understanding how high blood pressure affects your bones
High blood pressure, often referred to as the silent killer, affects millions of people around the world. It's known for its stealthy impact on...
The role of omega-6 in blood pressure control
Omega-6 fatty acids, often overshadowed by their popular cousins, omega-3s, play their own crucial role in our health, particularly in managing blood pressure. While...
A closer look at blood pressure medications
For the past 17 years, researchers at Columbia University have been looking into how well two popular blood pressure medications work.
They studied over 730,000...
Can high blood pressure increase surgery risks?
When you're told that you have high blood pressure, also known as hypertension, it might seem like just another number to keep track of.
However,...
High blood pressure management tips for older women
High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a health condition that doesn't play favorites, especially as we age. For older women, managing this silent ailment...