Quitting alcohol or drinking less can significantly lower blood pressure
A new international study has revealed that even small amounts of alcohol can raise your blood pressure—and cutting back or quitting drinking altogether may...
What to do if you have a heart attack while alone
Imagine you're alone at home or walking down the street, and suddenly a terrible pain grips your chest. The pain might spread to your...
Big hidden dangers in a popular blood pressure pill you need to know
Chlorthalidone is a common medicine that helps many people lower their blood pressure. But new research from Columbia University shows there may be some...
Can your blood pressure pills contribute to vision loss?
A new study has found a possible link between a common type of blood pressure medicine and a higher risk of glaucoma, a serious...
Natural foods that can help lower your blood sugar quickly
Keeping your blood sugar under control is very important, especially for people with diabetes or those who want to stay healthy and have steady...
Understanding major causes of thyroid disorders
Millions of people around the world have thyroid problems, which can affect many parts of the body.
The thyroid is a small gland in the...
Big swings in blood pressure may raise risk of sudden cardiac death
Middle-aged adults who have blood pressure that changes a lot over time might be at a higher risk of sudden cardiac death, according to...
The best exercises to naturally lower high blood pressure
High blood pressure, or hypertension, affects millions of people around the world.
If it’s not managed properly, it can lead to serious health problems like...
New drug can help people with high cholesterol who can’t take statins
Cholesterol is a type of fat found in every cell in the body. It’s needed for many important jobs, like making hormones and helping...
A surprising blood pressure drug may help you live longer
As we get older, our bodies naturally change. Things don’t work as well as they used to, and we’re more likely to get sick.
Aging...