High Blood Pressure

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

Natural supplements that help lower blood pressure

In today’s fast-moving world, keeping your blood pressure under control is more important than ever. High blood pressure, also called hypertension, can lead to serious...

Lower blood pressure target may protect older adults better

High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is a common condition that affects millions of people worldwide. If not managed properly, it can lead to...

FDA warns: too much black licorice can harm your heart and blood pressure

Black licorice might seem like a harmless sweet treat, but new findings from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) show that eating too...

Weekly vigorous exercise may protect brain health in high blood pressure

People with high blood pressure are more likely to experience memory loss and dementia as they age. But a new study from Wake Forest University...

Home air purifiers may help lower blood pressure, study finds

A new study suggests that using portable high-efficiency particulate air (HEPA) purifiers at home can help lower blood pressure in people with higher-than-normal readings...

Common painkillers may harm your blood pressure, heart, and kidney health

Painkillers are widely used to manage both acute and chronic pain, providing much-needed relief for many people. However, recent research has highlighted potential health risks...

Worst foods for high blood pressure and diabetes

If you have high blood pressure or diabetes—or both—what you eat can make a big difference in how you feel and how well you...

Blood pressure decline begins decade before death

Normally, blood pressure rises from childhood into middle age. But what happens later in life has been less clear. Researchers from the University of Exeter...

This blood pressure drug may increase suicide risk

A recent study has raised concerns about a potential link between a commonly prescribed type of blood pressure medication and an increased risk of...

Long-term risk prediction could help guide blood pressure treatment

A new study published in the American Heart Association journal Hypertension suggests that long-term risk should be considered when deciding when to start blood...