Alcohol increases high blood pressure deaths, especially in women
A recent study published in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine shows that deaths from hypertension linked to excessive alcohol use have risen significantly...
Single pill for high blood pressure is a good solution, study finds
A new Australian study has found that using single pills that combine two or more blood pressure medications can save money and help people...
Whole grains may help control waist size, blood pressure, and blood sugar
A recent study from Tufts University found that middle- to older-aged adults who consumed at least three servings of whole grains daily had smaller...
How sleep affects blood pressure health
In today’s busy world, sleep often gets pushed aside.
But how well and how long you sleep is closely tied to your overall health—especially your...
Should we treat high blood pressure aggressively in hospitalized older people?
A new study from Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (BIDMC) raises important questions about how we treat high blood pressure in older adults who...
Whole grains could help prevent heart disease, high blood pressure, diabetes
A new study shows that middle-aged and older adults who eat at least three servings of whole grains each day tend to have smaller...
Can beta-blockers harm women’s heart health?
A recent study from the University of Bologna has revealed important information about how beta-blockers—commonly used to treat high blood pressure—may affect women differently...
Can cocoa help prevent high blood pressure?
Cocoa might do more than just satisfy your sweet tooth—it may help protect against high blood pressure, at least in some people.
A large new...
How lifting weights can help lower your blood pressure
Many people think lifting weights is just for building big muscles or getting stronger.
But what you might not know is that weight lifting can...
Can fish oil really help lower cholesterol and blood pressure?
In the sea of dietary supplements claiming to boost our health, fish oil has been a standout for its purported benefits on heart health,...