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Hypertension, commonly known as high blood pressure, affects nearly half of American adults and significantly increases the risk of heart disease, stroke, and kidney problems. While medication often ...

You feel your blood pressure spiking during a stressful moment and need immediate relief. Instead of waiting for medication to kick in, there’s a specific point on your foot that can help lower your ...

Snacks that lower blood pressure naturally are rich in fiber, nitrates, potassium, and magnesium. Foods like carrots and hummus or roasted chickpeas are part of a heart-healthy diet.

You already know that keeping a lid on your blood pressure is a great way to improve your heart health. After all, doing so has been shown to reduce the risk of heart disease by 60 percent. And one of ...

Pulses like beans, lentils and chickpeas are cost-effective, filling and rich in heart-healthy nutrients. Naturally low in sodium, pulses are versatile snacks you can enjoy crunchy, creamy or blended.

There is some evidence that garlic may help lower blood pressure. Studies show that garlic supplements or adding fresh garlic to meals may lead to a small but significant reduction in both systolic ...

Can a spoonful of olive oil a day lower blood pressure? Discover how olive oil supports heart health, how long it takes, and ...

The American Heart Association just released new guidelines for blood pressure management. The organization looks at several areas of health to address blood pressure. Doctors stress the importance of ...

Preventing and managing high blood pressure with healthy lifestyle behaviors, such as following a heart-healthy diet including reducing salt intake, staying physically active, maintaining a healthy ...

Taking one pill that combines two or more blood pressure medications may help adults with high blood pressure (also known as ...

Taking single-pill combination medications (SPCMs), often referred to as fixed-dose combinations, helped adults lower their blood pressure (BP) faster and more effectively than those who took multiple ...