High Blood Pressure

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

Added sugar in diet is linked to higher blood pressure

Scientists from the University of Delaware have found that added sugar in the daily diet is strongly linked to higher blood pressure in older...

Cinnamon could help lower blood pressure and improve cholesterol

Researchers from Mashhad University of Medical Sciences have found that cinnamon may help reduce blood pressure and improve cholesterol levels in people with stage...

Could your blood pressure medicine be risky?

A drug that many people take to control high blood pressure, called nifedipine, may come with a serious risk we didn’t fully understand before. A...

Why lying down is the best position when measuring your blood pressure

Blood pressure is one of the most important signs of heart health. Usually, doctors check it while you’re sitting. But new research shows that might...

Coffee may help lower your blood pressure, study finds

Have you ever wondered if drinking coffee every day is good for your health? A new study from Italy gives coffee drinkers something to smile...

Popular blood pressure drug may lead to kidney disease and low potassium

High blood pressure, also called hypertension, is a health condition that affects many people all over the world. It happens when your blood pushes too...

Red and processed meat linked to higher risk of heart disease

Red meat, which appears red when raw and turns dark when cooked, includes foods such as beef, pork, lamb, veal, venison, and goat. Processed meats,...

Black licorice could trigger dangerous high blood pressure, study warns

Scientists from the University of Rochester have reported that eating too much black licorice can lead to dangerously high blood pressure and serious disturbances...

This extra virgin olive oil may help lower blood pressure in healthy adults

Scientists from La Trobe University have found that high-polyphenol extra virgin olive oil may help reduce blood pressure in healthy adults. The study, led by...

Best and worst foods for your blood pressure health

Blood pressure is a vital indicator of overall health. High blood pressure, or hypertension, can increase the risk of heart attack, stroke, and kidney disease. But...