The number doctors use to demarcate hypertension keeps going down, a trend applauded by many experts, who point to studies ...

Research shows that beetroot nitrates and hibiscus tea may modestly lower systolic blood pressure when consumed regularly.

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. 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 ...

I remeasured his blood pressure. It was still 150/90. I asked if he had taken his blood pressure medicines that morning: “No Doc,” he replied. “I only take it on days I’m feeling pressured.” I clearly ...

High blood pressure affects millions of people worldwide, silently increasing the risk of heart disease and stroke. Often called the silent killer because it rarely shows symptoms, this condition puts ...

Most doctors will recommend lifestyle changes and natural ways to lower blood pressure for patients with elevated blood pressure, or mild to moderate hypertension (Stage 1 or Stage 2). If that does ...

Beet juice and whole beets both contain plant compounds that may help lower blood pressure, including nitrates, potassium, and an antioxidant called betalain.

Chronic, mild dehydration quietly increases the workload on your cardiovascular system. Even mild dehydration reduces blood ...

A new study found that prolonged standing at work had a negative impact on the research participants' 24-hour blood pressure. In contrast, spending more time sitting at work was associated with better ...

Beet juice is generally better than beet powder at lowering blood pressure because it contains higher concentrations of nitrates. The body breaks down nitrates into nitric oxide, which helps reduce ...