Why checking your blood pressure at home is so important
What's Going On with Blood Pressure Readings at the Doctor's?
Have you ever noticed that your blood pressure reading at the doctor's office sometimes feels...
Coffee vs. green tea: Which is better for your blood pressure?
Many adults kick-start their day with either a cup of coffee or green tea.
Coffee's popularity mainly stems from its energy-boosting properties, while green tea...
Why high blood pressure plus high blood sugar can be very dangerous
Over a billion people worldwide suffer from high blood pressure, often in less affluent countries.
Let's break down what this condition means, its association with...
A low-sodium diet is a simple way to prevent high blood pressure
Our bodies are complex systems, much like cars. To ensure our "engine" runs smoothly, we need the right balance of essential ingredients.
Here, we explore...
Arterial stiffness a big risk for heart health in younger people
Every year, more and more young people are getting heart problems. Researchers wanted to know why.
So, they looked at a bunch of teenagers over...
Scientists find new drug to treat high blood pressure and sleep apnea
Imagine a pump that's meant to work around the clock but starts failing. This is what happens in our body when someone has heart...
How to choose the right medicine for high blood pressure
Understanding High Blood Pressure
High blood pressure or hypertension isn't just a number on a chart. It indicates that your blood is working overtime, pushing...
Blood pressure drugs can be a heart health concern in women
Beta-Blockers: A Commonly Prescribed Drug
Beta-blockers are medicines given to people to help lower their high blood pressure. Many people take them because having high...
Scientists find who is most at risk of high blood pressure
High blood pressure, often referred to as hypertension, is a widespread health issue.
In the United States alone, about half of the adult population has...
Prunes can be a natural way to control blood pressure, study finds
High blood pressure, a common health issue, has met a seemingly unlikely ally in the battle against it: prunes.
A study from Shifa College of...