High Blood Pressure

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

Common high blood pressure drugs may increase risk of chronic inflammatory skin disease

A recent study from Ewha Womans University found a link between the use of antihypertensive medications and the development of psoriasis, a chronic inflammatory...

Drinking 2 or more cups of coffee may double heart death risk in these...

In a new study, scientists found drinking two or more cups of coffee a day may double the risk of death from cardiovascular disease...

To treat high blood pressure, sometimes you’d better wait

A recent study from the University of Missouri found that a doctor’s decision not to intensify high blood pressure treatment is often an appropriate...

Mediterranean diet may lower risk of dangerous disease in pregnancy

In a study from Cedars-Sinai, scientists found that the Mediterranean diet may lower the risk of dangerous diseases during pregnancy. They examined the Mediterranean diet...

This study shows the cause of night high blood pressure

Obesity is linked to a higher risk of high blood pressure and poor heart outcomes. High blood pressure at nighttime is seen commonly in obese...

This small habit can help control blood pressure, cholesterol levels

A recent statement from the American Heart Association suggest doctors should encourage otherwise healthy adults with slightly elevated blood pressure or cholesterol to sit less...

Flavonoid-rich foods may control high blood pressure

A recent study from Queen’s University found that flavonoid-rich foods, including berries, apples, pears, and wine, appear to have a positive effect on blood...

This sleep problem combo may increase risks of heart disease, high blood pressure, death

A recent study from Flinders University found people who suffer from both insomnia and obstructive sleep apnea are more likely to suffer from heart...

People with very high blood pressure should drink less coffee

In a study from the National Center for Global Health and Medicine in Tokyo, scientists found people with severely high blood pressure who drink...

How to keep your high blood pressure healthy

About 1 in 3 adults in the U.S. has high blood pressure, but many don’t realize it. High blood pressure is sometimes called a...