High Blood Pressure
6 Things Doctors Want You to Know About Home Blood Pressure Monitors
Need to check your blood pressure at home? Here are tips from doctors on how to buy and use a home blood pressure monitor.
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10 Silent Signs You Could Have Low Blood Pressure
Low blood pressure, or hypotension, is not necessarily serious. Chronic low blood pressure, so long... -
8 Foods to Watch Out for If You Have High Blood Pressure
Cut down these common sources of sodium, and you might also wean off blood pressure medication. -
31 Things You Should Do Right Now to Avoid High Blood Pressure
One in three of us have high blood pressure, and most of us don't have... -
7 Things Doctors May Not Tell You About Healthy Blood Pressure
Recent stats show that about one-third of Americans—that’s 67 million people—have high blood... -
Nearly Half of Americans Qualify as Having High Blood Pressure Now—Here’s Why
The American Heart Association has a newly expanded definition of "high blood pressure," and we... -
High Blood Pressure in Children: What Every Parent Must Know
Think high blood pressure is only an issue for seniors? Think again! See why it's... -
What Is Masked Hypertension—and Should You Worry About It?
Nearly 16 percent of people with "normal" blood pressure were recently found to have this condition,... -
Here’s What You Need to Know About the New Guidelines for High Blood Pressure in Children
The guidelines haven’t been updated in 10 years, and there’s a lot to cover—...
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Stick to This Diet to Lower Blood Pressure—and Finally Get Off Medication
Tired of being sick and tired? This diet might be the answer you've been looking for. -
The Magic Ingredient That Reduces Your Sodium Intake AND Boosts Flavor
The recommended daily intake of sodium is less than 2,300 milligrams, but most Americans consume far... -
Do You Have White Coat Hypertension? Why It Matters
Some people get higher blood pressure readings when they go to the doctor. Is this normal? -
Quiz: Can You Spot the Salt in Your Food?
Too much salt can affect your heart, brain, and kidneys, but many everyday foods pack... -
3 Blood-Pressure Signs You Should Never Ignore
Are you — or your doctor — shrugging off early warnings of brewing blood pressure trouble? The... -
Should You Cut Back on Salt?
What You've Always Heard? We're eating way too much salt. It's not just chips that... -
8 Healthy Recipes for Blood Pressure
This salad is a powerful combination of healthy foods. An exceptional amount of fiber comes... -
What Causes High Blood Pressure?
There are two types of high blood pressure. Primary, or "essential," high blood pressure is...
