High Blood Pressure

December 16, 2022

Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is the leading cause of death in the United States. The good news is that you can take steps to ward off heart disease, one of the most effective being walking.

June 22, 2022

Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States. Consuming enough fiber helps to reduce the risk of heart disease as it helps to pull low-density lipoprotein (LDL) out of the arteries.

May 16, 2022

A 2021 study looking at the diet of more than 1.4 million people over 30 years found that those who ate more red meat had a higher incidence of heart disease. What does this research mean for you, your diet, and your heart health?

April 21, 2022

Turmeric has been around for millennia, but it has recently gathered attention with its reported medicinal properties. Should you consider adding it to your healthy diet regimen?

October 26, 2021

High blood pressure is considered "resistant" when a patient is taking 3 blood pressure medications at the highest dose and one of those is a diuretic, yet your blood pressure is still above the goal.

July 27, 2021

Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure, which can help prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Learn more about lisinopril.

June 21, 2021

ACE inhibitors are a class of medication used to treat high blood pressure, heart failure, and other cardiovascular conditions. While beneficial for many cardiovascular conditions, some contraindications to the medication exist.

June 02, 2021

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that an American dies of a stroke every four minutes.

February 24, 2021

February is American Heart Month. American Heart Month aims to spread awareness through education and advocacy on how to maintain a healthy heart, reduce your risk for heart disease, and live a healthy lifestyle.

February 19, 2021

February is American Heart Month and a good time to start incorporating heart care into your self-care habits and routines. Learn what you can do to help keep your heart healthy and prevent heart disease.

February 17, 2021

Over 800,000 Americans have a heart attack each year. This means that every 40 seconds, someone in the United States has a heart attack. Knowing your risk factors can help lower your risk of having a heart attack.

February 12, 2021

Nearly half of all adults in the United States currently have high blood pressure (hypertension), and it is the leading cause of preventable death globally. Read on to learn more about some common blood pressure boosters.

February 10, 2021

Numerous studies support the idea that alcohol can be part of a healthy lifestyle, and drinking wine in moderation is one of the “Power 9” habits shared by people who live in Blue Zones—parts of the world where people regularly live longer, healthier lives.

February 05, 2021

It may seem like your dental health and cardiovascular health are completely separate. However, research has shown that people with oral health issues have a higher risk of heart problems.

February 04, 2021

February is American Heart Month. One key aspect of heart health may be your state of mind, according to the American Heart Association (AHA). Learn more about the mind-heart-body connection.

December 14, 2020

High blood pressure medication can help you lower your blood pressure and prevent high blood pressure complications. Although these medications can save your life, they have potential side effects.

September 23, 2020

Atrial fibrillation is the most common type of heart arrhythmia (irregular heartbeat). Over two million Americans are living with atrial fibrillation, and it is estimated that over 12 million Americans will have atrial fibrillation by 2030.

May 29, 2020

Channeling your inner aura may not only improve your outlook on life, it may also help reduce your blood pressure.

April 29, 2020

Some allergy medicines affect your blood pressure or interact with your blood pressure medication, but safe options for treating your allergy symptoms do exist if you have high blood pressure.