Weight loss surgery may reduce the risk of heart failure, high blood pressure
In a new study, researchers found that compared with routine care, weight loss surgery was linked to a reduced risk of high blood pressure,...
This study shows a common cause of high blood pressure, heart attacks, diabetes
Visceral fat—fat stored around the organs in the belly and around the intestines—is known to be linked to a higher risk of developing many...
This high blood pressure drug may help lower risk of gout
In a new study, researchers found that high blood pressure drug amlodipine lowered long-term gout risk compared to two other drugs commonly prescribed to...
This new discovery may improve treatments of high blood pressure and dementia
In a new study, researchers have discovered the mechanism that allows the brain to monitor its own blood supply.
The finding may help find new...
Whole fruit, sugar could change your blood pressure
Added sugar is commonly found in ice cream, cookies, cakes, pastries, sodas, and other sugary drinks.
Previous research has shown that added sugar is a...
These 3 diets may help lose weight, lower blood pressure and blood sugar
In a new study, researchers found that there were some weight loss and health benefits for overweight adults who followed the Mediterranean, Intermittent Fasting...
Spikes in blood pressure at young age spell health trouble in mid-age
In a new study, researchers found that wide swings in blood pressure readings among young adults are associated with a higher risk of cardiovascular...
Common food chemical in cheese and meat may harm your blood pressure
Phosphates can make processed cheese spreadable, prevent coffee from clumping and help preserve many meat products. They are a common additive in industrially produced...
This plant nutrient could strongly lower blood pressure
In a new study, researchers found that intake of the flavonoid quercetin can greatly reduce high blood pressure in patients suffering from heart disease.
The...
This blood pressure recording could predict heart disease best
High blood pressure is the most important treatable risk factor for diseases of the heart and the arterial system.
Although heart and vascular disease are...