New scan could cure high blood pressure in these people
High blood pressure is a common but serious health condition. Often called a “silent killer,” it can lead to heart disease, stroke, and kidney...
Is paracetamol still safe for people with high blood pressure?
Paracetamol, also known as acetaminophen, is one of the most popular medicines in the world. People use it every day to help with headaches,...
Foods to avoid for older people with high blood pressure
High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is a common health concern among older adults. If left untreated, it can put strain on the...
Lowering blood pressure to below 120 mm Hg could save more lives
Heart disease is one of the biggest health problems around the world. It can lead to heart attacks, strokes, and even death.
One of the...
This blood pressure drug linked to sudden heart stoppage, study warns
A new European study has found that a common blood pressure drug, when taken in high doses, may increase the risk of sudden cardiac...
Vitamin D may help lower blood pressure in older adults with obesity
New research published in the Journal of the Endocrine Society suggests that vitamin D supplements can help reduce blood pressure in certain groups—specifically older...
This common snack can harm your blood pressure, heart health
Licorice has been used for centuries in traditional medicine across Europe and Asia.
The root of the licorice plant, a low-growing shrub mainly grown in...
How high blood pressure reshapes blood vessels
Scientists at Michigan Medicine have uncovered how a common genetic variant linked to high blood pressure causes long-term changes in blood vessel structure—raising the...
Almonds may boost heart health and support a healthier body, studies show
Swapping out snacks like biscuits and crisps for almonds may do more than just improve your diet—it could help protect your heart.
New research led...
Some blood pressure drugs are linked to bowel diseases
High blood pressure is a serious medical condition that affects about one in ten adults worldwide.
If left untreated, it can lead to heart attacks,...