High Blood Pressure

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

First-time marathon may reduce blood pressure, arterial stiffness, vascular aging

In a new study, researchers found that running a marathon for the first time could have several health benefits. They found that for first-time marathon...

This high blood pressure – epilepsy drug combo may reduce breast cancer

In a new study, researchers found adding a medication used to treat epilepsy, bipolar disorder and migraines to a blood pressure medicine reversed some...

This berry juice may help lower high blood pressure

In a new study, researchers found that long-term drinking of lingonberry juice lowers high blood pressure and improves the function of blood vessels. At some...

Diet high in this nutrient may prevent high blood pressure

One hundred million micro-organisms live within our gut, influencing our metabolism, our immune system and possibly even our mental health. Prebiotic fiber resists digestion until...

Could adding minerals to drinking water fight high blood pressure?

If you have high blood pressure, chances are you've been told to cut back on salt. You might even be taking medication. These are good...

Why high blood pressure and cold medicines don’t mix

Cold medicines are not off-limits if you have heart disease, but patients with high blood pressure, or hypertension, should check the label carefully when choosing...

Common drug for high blood pressure may help treat Parkinson’s, dementia

Previous research has shown that Huntington’s, Parkinson’s and dementia have a common feature: Build-up of misfolded proteins. In Huntington’s disease, the protein is huntingtin, and...

Long work hours may lead to high blood pressure

In a new study, researchers found that office workers who spend long hours on the job are more likely to have high blood pressure,...

7 things you can do today to control blood pressure

Many people focusing on improving their diet but may overlook managing their stress when it comes to preventing and treating high blood pressure. Recent studies...

Does sugar raise your blood pressure? It depends

In a new study, researchers found that while sugar-sweetened drinks are linked to elevated blood pressure, healthier foods that contain some sugars may have...