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Major heart health risk factors like obesity, diabetes and high blood pressure remain on the rise in the United States, ...

Doctors may need to prescribe medication to patients with slightly elevated blood pressure if lifestyle changes alone do not bring their levels down within six months, according to new guidance from ...

Trista Best, M.P.H., RD, a registered dietitian with Balance One Supplements, adds, “Hydration is key for ensuring blood ...

Everyone with high blood pressure (typically 130/80 mmHg or higher) should monitor their blood pressure at home, as per the American Heart Association. It's essential because the tracking can help ...

Nothing doctors prescribed controlled Michael Garrity’s dangerously high blood pressure — until they zapped away some nerves ...

Keeping your blood pressure in check isn't just ... PhD, CEO of the American Council on Exercise. The American Heart Association,American Council on Exercise, and many other expert groups ...

Did you know heart disease claims a life in the U.S. every 37 seconds? While you may already know the main culprits behind ...

Drinking alcohol regularly can increase your risk of hypertension (high blood pressure). In the short term, a small amount of alcohol may not affect your blood pressure, but a large amount can raise ...

Discover how controlling blood pressure can protect your brain health, as groundbreaking research shows an impressive ...

Yes, coffee can raise your blood pressure temporarily. There are also some factors that determine this increase, like your caffeine tolerance. Here’s what you need to know.