Research shows a common cause of high blood pressure, heart attacks, diabetes
In a recent study from Uppsala University, scientists found that belly fat is a major contributing risk factor for developing diabetes and heart disease.
They...
Common plant nutrient could strongly lower blood pressure
In a study from Dongguan Third People’s Hospital in China, scientists found that intake of the flavonoid quercetin can greatly reduce high blood pressure...
Healthy blood vessels may delay Alzheimer’s disease
In a study from the University of Copenhagen and Yale, scientists found high blood pressure may affect conditions such as Alzheimer's disease by interfering...
Scientists find hormone link between diabetes and high blood pressure
In a study from The Ohio State University, scientists found that increased levels of the hormone aldosterone, already associated with high blood pressure, can...
Widely used blood pressure drug may increase skin cancer risk
In a study from UNSW Sydney, scientists found hydrochlorothiazide—one of the most prescribed high blood pressure drugs in Australia—has shown links to increased risks...
Most widely used high blood pressure drug may harm heart health
In a study from at Penn State and elsewhere, scientists found that L-type calcium channel blockers (LCCBs)—the most widely used drugs for treating high...
Why sleep is so important for your blood pressure
Many lifestyle habits may increase the risk of high blood pressure, such as being overweight or obese and eating high-sodium food.
In addition, recent research...
High blood pressure speeds up mental decline
In a study from the University of Michigan, scientists found people with high blood pressure levels face a faster erosion of their ability to think,...
The study finds the key to treating high blood pressure
In a study from the University of Glasgow, scientists found that a small piece of genetic material could hold the key to diagnosing and...
Lingonberry juice may help lower blood pressure, protect blood vessels
In a recent study, researchers found that long-term drinking of lingonberry juice lowers high blood pressure and improves the function of blood vessels.
Many people...