High Blood Pressure

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

How hormonal diseases link to high blood pressure

How hormonal diseases link to high blood pressure

In a recent Scientific Statement issued by the Endocrine Society, researchers found some high blood pressure patients may also suffer from hormonal diseases. In these...
8 tips to protect your blood pressure

8 tips to protect your blood pressure

According to the 2017 guidelines, a healthy blood pressure level is below 120/80 mm Hg. Measurements higher than 130/80 mm Hg shows high blood pressure...
Moderate alcohol drinking linked to high blood pressure

Moderate alcohol drinking linked to high blood pressure

Although recent studies have shown some benefits of moderate drinking, a new study has shown that this drinking habit is linked to high blood...

Many people with high blood pressure take their drugs improperly

In a recent study, University of Manchester researchers found more than one-third of 1,400 people with high blood pressure have not been taking their...
Daily nap may help prevent high blood pressure

Daily nap may help prevent high blood pressure

In a new study, researchers found a nap a day may keep high blood pressure at bay. They suggest daily napping may do much more...
What happens when you eat too much salt

What happens when you eat too much salt?

It is common to add salt to virtually everything—meat, potatoes, vegetables, and even some fruits. Although in small doses it is okay to eat salt,...
How to measure high blood pressure accurately

How to measure high blood pressure accurately

In a new scientists statement, researchers provide new information about blood pressure measurement. According to the statement, many people in the U.S. experience white coat...
Omega 3 during pregnancy may protect kid’s blood pressure

Omega 3 during pregnancy may protect kid’s blood pressure

A new study has shown that taking an omega-3 supplement during pregnancy may help protect the child from high blood pressure. The research is from...
Lowering cholesterol and blood pressure may not benefit cognitive functions

Lowering cholesterol and blood pressure may not benefit cognitive functions

A new study from McMaster University has shown that lowering blood pressure and cholesterol via drugs may not improve thinking and memory. But the drugs...
This 5-minute exercise may improve blood pressure, brain health

This 5-minute exercise may improve blood pressure, brain health

A new preliminary study from the University of Colorado at Boulder has found that Inspiratory Muscle Strength Training (IMST) may help improve blood pressure...