High Blood Pressure

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

Marijuana may strongly increase death risk in high blood pressure

In a recent study from Georgia State University, researchers found that marijuana use is linked to a three-fold risk of death from high blood...

Eating whole grains may help control blood pressure, blood sugar

Scientists from Tufts University found that people who ate at least three servings of whole grains daily had smaller increases in waist size, blood...

The salty stuff: salt, blood pressure, and your health

Salt is essential to our body’s fluids. That’s likely why we evolved to enjoy its taste. On the other hand, anyone who’s gotten a mouth...

Common risk factors for heart inflammation you need to know

What raises the risk of heart inflammation? Here are some common risk factors: Age Different age groups are at risk for different types of heart inflammation. Although they...

Heart-healthy Chinese food may lower blood pressure

Scientists from Peking University found that eating a modified version of traditional Chinese food containing half the amount of sodium may strongly lower blood...

Chili peppers may help reduce high blood pressure

Scientists from Third Military Medical University found for those with high blood pressure, chili peppers might be just what the doctor ordered. While the active...

Gum disease may double your risk of high blood pressure

Scientists from UCL Eastman Dental Institute found that people with periodontitis, a severe gum infection, may be much more likely to have higher blood...

Extra virgin olive oil could lower blood pressure

Scientists from La Trobe University in Australia found consuming extra virgin olive oil every day can significantly reduce blood pressure, which is a key...

This drug for pain relief could strongly increase your blood pressure

In a recent study from the University of Edinburgh, scientists found that long-term paracetamol use could increase the risk of heart disease and strokes...

Unsalted tomato juice may help reduce blood pressure and heart disease risk

Scientists from Tokyo Medical and Dental University found drinking unsalted tomato juice lowered blood pressure and LDL cholesterol in Japanese adults at risk of...