This nutrient is the unsung hero for lowering blood pressure
High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a very common health issue. If left untreated, it can lead to serious problems like heart attacks and...
Vitamins and minerals in pregnancy may lower high blood pressure risk
A new study suggests that pregnant women with higher levels of certain vitamins and minerals, such as B12, copper, and manganese, may have a...
Normal blood pressure in pregnancy may still signal future hypertension risk
A new study has found that some women who maintain blood pressure levels within the clinically normal range during pregnancy may still be at...
When the pandemic closed her mom’s nursing home to visitors, she moved in
When the CEO responsible for a nursing home in Pittsburgh learned the facility would have to ban visitors during the COVID-19 pandemic lockdown, she...
Pecans can improve cholesterol and diet quality, study finds
Replacing your usual snacks with a handful of pecans each day may significantly improve your cholesterol levels and overall diet quality, according to new...
Keeping blood pressure under 130 may help seniors live longer
A new study has found that keeping systolic blood pressure below 130 can significantly reduce the risk of dying from heart disease or stroke...
The best diets to manage blood pressure in older people
As we age, keeping blood pressure under control becomes increasingly important to maintain overall health and reduce the risk of heart disease, stroke, and...
Too much black licorice can harm your blood pressure, heart health
Black licorice might seem like an old-fashioned candy, but it’s still a favorite treat for many people, especially during the holidays.
While it may bring...
How coffee affects your cholesterol, according to science
A new study from Norway suggests that the way coffee is brewed—and whether the drinker is male or female—may affect how much it raises...
Study questions safety of common blood pressure drug
A new study from Columbia University suggests that chlorthalidone, a commonly prescribed diuretic for lowering blood pressure, may cause more serious side effects than...