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You are at an increased risk of high blood pressure or hypertension if you are overweight, have a relative with high blood pressure, smoke, eat too much salt, do not eat enough fruits and vegetables, do not exercise, drink too much coffee and alcohol, or are over the age of 65. High blood pressure can be prevented by making changes to your lifestyle, eating healthily, exercising and avoiding excessive salt intake, smoking and too much alcohol.
High blood pressure: Could gut bacteria play a role?
Over recent years, researchers have investigated the potential role of gut bacteria in hypertension. Although evidence is mounting, questions remain.
Common blood pressure drug may harm gut health
Researchers using genetic analysis to estimate the effect of antihypertensive drugs on the risk of various diseases found negative effects on gut health.
Could targeting this heart hormone help control blood pressure?
The heart releases a hormone that has a key role in blood pressure. Now, a study of rats shows that its function depends on a sugar molecule attachment.
Hypertension: Looking beyond the classic risk factors
In a recent study, scientists have investigated the impact of the environment where we live on the risk of developing hypertension and metabolic syndrome.
Hypertension treatment may slow down Alzheimer's progression
New research finds that nilvadipine, a drug doctors commonly use to treat high blood pressure, increases the blood flow to the brain's hippocampus.
Common acne drug could prevent artery hardening
Scientists have identified the mechanism that causes artery hardening and have shown that the antibiotic minocycline can prevent the process in rats.
Heart disease death: 'White coat hypertension' may double risk
New research examines the correlations between untreated 'white coat hypertension,' treated 'white coat effect,' heart disease, and heart disease death.
3 interventions could prevent millions of cardiovascular deaths
A new Harvard study argues that implementing three heart health interventions at a global level could save millions of lives in the next couple of decades.
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How much coffee is too much for the heart?
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Can drinking mineral-rich water prevent hypertension?
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Stress, insomnia may triple death risk for those with hypertension
What is the best time to take statins and why?
5-minute breathing 'workout' may benefit heart and brain health
What causes an abnormal EKG result?
Frequent urination at night may be a sign of hypertension
Surgery with ultrasound treats high blood pressure in trial
Do standing desks really help you lose weight?
Common blood pressure drug may increase cardiac arrest risk
Is high blood pressure always bad?
Napping may be as good as drugs for lowering blood pressure
Are black walnuts good for you?
Can mouthwash raise your blood pressure?
Blueberries may lower cardiovascular risk by up to 20 percent
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High blood pressure linked to zinc deficiency
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What to know about amlodipine
What role does the immune system play in hypertension?
Metoprolol tartrate vs. metoprolol succinate
Health benefits of mung beans
Spirulina: Could eating these bacteria reduce blood pressure?
Can exercise lower blood pressure as effectively as drugs?
What are the benefits of spirulina?
Losartan potassium: Uses and warnings
How can you tell when you have high blood pressure?
What to know about high blood pressure during pregnancy
Blood pressure medications: Everything you need to know
Could blue light reduce blood pressure?
What is obesity and what causes it?
What are the limitations of BMI?
Common drug may increase lung cancer risk
How much should I weigh for my height and age?
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