3 grams of omega-3s a day may keep high blood pressure at bay
In a study from Macau University of Science and Technology, scientists found about 3 grams daily of omega-3 fatty acids, consumed in foods or...
Some older people may reduce their blood pressure drugs safely
In a study from the University of Oxford, scientists found that a medication reduction strategy is safe among some older adults treated with high...
Time-restricted eating may lower blood pressure, body weight
In a study from the Salk Institute for Biological Studies, scientists found that time-restricted eating could help people lose body weight and lower blood...
Popular high blood pressure drug may not treat you effectively
In a recent study from Columbia University, scientists found the most popular first-line treatment for high blood pressure called ACE inhibitors is less effective...
Research shows a common cause of high blood pressure, heart attacks, diabetes
In a recent study from Uppsala University, scientists found that belly fat is a major contributing risk factor for developing diabetes and heart disease.
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Common plant nutrient could strongly lower blood pressure
In a study from Dongguan Third People’s Hospital in China, scientists found that intake of the flavonoid quercetin can greatly reduce high blood pressure...
Healthy blood vessels may delay Alzheimer’s disease
In a study from the University of Copenhagen and Yale, scientists found high blood pressure may affect conditions such as Alzheimer's disease by interfering...
Scientists find hormone link between diabetes and high blood pressure
In a study from The Ohio State University, scientists found that increased levels of the hormone aldosterone, already associated with high blood pressure, can...
Widely used blood pressure drug may increase skin cancer risk
In a study from UNSW Sydney, scientists found hydrochlorothiazide—one of the most prescribed high blood pressure drugs in Australia—has shown links to increased risks...
Most widely used high blood pressure drug may harm heart health
In a study from at Penn State and elsewhere, scientists found that L-type calcium channel blockers (LCCBs)—the most widely used drugs for treating high...