Common pain relievers can harm your blood pressure health, study finds
A recent online poll commissioned by the American Heart Association reveals that only about 30% of U.S. adults have discussed the potential adverse effects...
High blood pressure and heart disease take their toll on older adults
High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is a common health issue for adults worldwide. In 2019, there were more than one billion reported...
Why sugar matters – and how to cut back if you’re eating too much...
A summary of sugar's health effects can sound like the tagline for a Hollywood thriller: "It's sweet and alluring. It's a master of disguise....
Blood pressure response to exercise can predict future heart disease
As we age, the way our blood pressure reacts during and after exercise can provide valuable clues about our future heart health.
Recent research has...
Can common high blood pressure medications harm your memory?
Many of us rely on medicines for everyday health issues like colds, allergies, and high blood pressure.
But recent research from the University of California,...
Why more men than women have high blood pressure
Hypertension, commonly known as high blood pressure, exhibits a higher prevalence among men than women, and the underlying reasons for this discrepancy remain not...
Black licorice is a candy that should inspire caution
"How do you feel about black licorice?" sounds like a question for starting a simple chat at a Halloween party – or a silly...
How high blood pressure harms kidneys
High blood pressure is a widespread health issue affecting billions of people worldwide. This condition can sometimes lead to kidney problems.
Researchers from the University...
1 in 10 women develop high blood pressure after giving birth
A new study reveals that one in ten women without a history of hypertension may develop high blood pressure up to a year after...
Many older Americans suffer from high blood pressure hospitalizations
In the past two decades, there has been a troubling surge in hospitalizations due to high blood pressure among older Americans.
This concerning trend has...