Scientists find important cause of high systolic blood pressure
High systolic blood pressure, commonly known as hypertension, is a widespread health issue that significantly increases the risk of heart disease, stroke, and other...
How high blood pressure affects your kidneys
High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, doesn’t just strain your heart; it can also harm your kidneys. The connection between high blood pressure...
Natural ways to lower cholesterol and protect your heart
High cholesterol is a major risk factor for heart disease, but the good news is that there are natural ways to lower it and...
This high blood pressure drug linked to higher risk of sudden heart stoppage
A recent European study has found a surprising link between a widely used drug for high blood pressure, nifedipine, and an increased risk of...
Blood pressure declines can signal early death, study finds
For most of our lives, blood pressure tends to rise steadily from childhood through middle age. But what happens as we grow older?
Scientists from...
How high blood pressure affects your brain health
High blood pressure, or hypertension, is often called the "silent killer" because it doesn’t always show symptoms, yet it can cause serious damage throughout...
This heart-healthy mineral is the key to lowering blood pressure
Potassium is an essential mineral that plays a vital role in keeping your heart healthy and managing high blood pressure.
While most people know that...
This common snack can cause dangerous high blood pressure
Licorice is a small shrub widely grown in Greece, Turkey, and parts of Asia for commercial use. Its root has been a popular ingredient...
Drinking this amount of coffee may harm your health
A recent study has revealed that drinking two or more cups of coffee a day may significantly increase the risk of death from heart...
Blood pressure drugs and suicide risk: what you need to know
A study by St. Michael’s Hospital suggests that a common type of blood pressure medication, called angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs), may be linked to...