High Blood Pressure

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

Why red onion could benefit your blood pressure health

Quercetin is a flavonol found in various fruits, vegetables, seeds, and grains. It's part of a larger group of plant compounds known as polyphenols. Foods...

High blood pressure linked to brain scars, study finds

What Is Blood Pressure and Why Does it Matter? You've probably had your arm squeezed by a doctor to check your blood pressure. They tell...

A common blood pressure medication could help you live longer

The Medication in Focus: Rilmenidine Do you know what rilmenidine is? It's a drug that doctors usually prescribe for high blood pressure. But new research...

How some medications can make high blood pressure worse

Study Sheds Light: Some Meds Are Raising Your Blood Pressure High blood pressure is a big deal—it can lead to heart problems, strokes, and even...

Why high blood pressure and high blood sugar together are very dangerous

Blood pressure is a common issue affecting more than a billion people globally. It's especially prevalent in less wealthy countries. In simple terms, blood pressure...

How black tea can help keep high blood pressure at bay

New research from The University of Western Australia suggests that drinking black tea might be more than just a comforting ritual. It could also...

Intense high blood pressure control may harm health in older people

Researchers from UC San Francisco and other places have a warning for folks aged 65 and older: taking stronger blood pressure medication when you...

1 in 10 new moms develop high blood pressure up to a year after...

A new study is raising flags about an often-overlooked health concern for new moms: high blood pressure after childbirth. According to researchers from Boston University...

Research finds a better high blood pressure treatment for stroke patients

When a person suffers from a stroke, the stoppage of blood flow to the brain leads to cell death, making it a life-threatening event. Interestingly,...

How cocoa flavanols benefit your blood pressure health

High blood pressure and arterial stiffness are often silent but deadly conditions that can increase your risk of heart disease and stroke. With this in...