Is your blood pressure reading really accurate? A new study raises questions
Most of us have had our blood pressure checked at some point — a cuff is wrapped around the upper arm, it squeezes tightly,...
Can blood pressure medications help prevent dementia?
A new study has found that taking medicine for high blood pressure may lower the risk of dementia in older adults. This brings hope...
How cigars, pipes, and smokeless tobacco harm your heart
Most people know that smoking cigarettes is bad for their health, but did you know that other tobacco products like cigars, pipes, and smokeless...
How vitamin B might help lower hard-to-control high blood pressure
High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a serious health issue affecting people all over the world. If left untreated, it can lead to heart...
Long-term painkiller use may raise blood pressure, study finds
Paracetamol is one of the most widely used painkillers in the world. It is often recommended as a safer alternative to non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs...
Common blood pressure drug linked to bowel diseases, study finds
Diverticulosis is a condition that causes small pouches, or bulges, to form in the lining of the intestines. It becomes more common as people...
Blood pressure drug shows promise in slowing aging
As we grow older, our bodies gradually lose strength and function, making us more vulnerable to disease. Scientists have long searched for ways to...
Smoking weed? It might be riskier for your heart than you think
New research shows that people who use marijuana may have a much higher risk of heart attack—even if they are young and healthy.
Two major...
Snack on pecans for a healthier heart and better diet
A new study from Penn State University shows that swapping your usual snacks for pecans can help lower cholesterol and improve overall diet quality.
Researchers...
Red onion skin extract may help lower high blood pressure
A recent study from the University of Bonn suggests that an extract from red onion skin could help reduce high blood pressure in overweight...