High blood pressure at birth may predict heart risks later
High blood pressure is usually thought of as a problem for adults. But new research shows it may actually begin much earlier in life—even...
Why does your blood pressure keep changing?
Blood pressure is the force of blood pushing against the walls of your blood vessels. It naturally goes up and down during the day...
Study finds a better first option for high blood pressure treatment
A large new study from Columbia University is changing how many experts think about treating high blood pressure.
The study found that a group of...
Cutting salt in everyday foods could save your blood pressure
Two new studies from France and the United Kingdom have found that lowering the amount of salt in packaged and prepared foods could help...
Worst exercise for people with high blood pressure
Exercise is a great way to help lower high blood pressure, also known as hypertension. It helps your heart grow stronger, improves blood flow,...
These people suffer most from uncontrolled blood pressure
High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is a major health issue that affects almost half of all adults in the United States.
It increases...
Why people with high blood pressure avoid checking it at home
Despite guidelines recommending regular at-home blood pressure checks, most people with high blood pressure aren’t checking as often as they should—even when they’re given...
What to drink (and avoid) to help lower high blood pressure
High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a common health problem that can lead to serious issues like heart disease or stroke if not managed...
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Older people may have unique blood pressure trend before death
As we grow older, many people know that blood pressure tends to go up from childhood through middle age. But what happens to our...