Should you really worry about high blood pressure numbers?
High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is often called the “silent killer” because it can raise the risk of heart attacks, strokes, and...
Honey could help control blood sugar, study finds
Scientists from the University of Toronto report that honey, when included in a healthy diet, may help improve blood sugar control.
Obesity is a common...
Night traffic noise may quietly harm your heart health, study finds
A large new study suggests that the sound of traffic outside your home at night could be doing more than disturbing your sleep—it may...
Silent signs of heart disease in women you should never ignore
Many people think heart disease only affects men, but it is actually the number one cause of death for women too.
The problem is, heart...
Older adults may be able to safely reduce blood pressure drugs
A new study from the University of Oxford suggests that some older adults who take medication for high blood pressure may be able to...
Could common blood pressure drugs harm your kidneys over time?
Scientists have found that using common blood pressure and heart failure medications for a long time might hurt the kidneys.
These drugs, such as ACE...
New device can hide your heartbeat from radar surveillance
Imagine sitting at your desk during a normal workday. You log into your computer, unaware that a built-in sensing system could be tracking your...
Small change in daily food could save thousands of lives
Eating too much salt is one of the most common and overlooked threats to heart health.
New research from France and the United Kingdom now...
Does drinking coffee raise your blood pressure?
Coffee is one of the most widely consumed beverages in the world.
It has been linked to several potential health benefits, including a reduced risk...
Potassium-enriched salt can help control high blood pressure
A major health update from Australia’s National Hypertension Taskforce now recommends that people start using potassium-enriched salt to help lower blood pressure.
This important announcement...