Prehypertension: Are You at Risk?
Is prehypertension serious?
Is prehypertension dangerous? Prehypertension is a warning sign of the risk of developing long term high blood pressure (hypertension), which increases the possibility of heart… read more
Worst Foods for High Blood Pressure
What foods most affect blood pressure?
Foods high in salt, sugar, and saturated or trans fats can increase blood pressure and damage your heart health. By limiting these foods… read more
BPA in Soda Can Liners Can Make Blood Pressure Spike
Can drinking bottled water cause high blood pressure?
Now, a study that recently appeared in the journal Hypertension, published by the American Heart Association, has found that consuming … read more
Chronic Stress Can Lead to Higher Blood Pressure: Here’s How to Reduce It
How much does stress raise BP?
The researchers found that participants who reported high stress levels over time had a 22 percent increased risk for developing high blood pressure compared… read more
Always Getting Tired and Sleepy: Does It Mean you Have High Blood Pressure
Does high blood pressure make you tired or sleepy?
Excessive daytime sleepiness or tiredness is a symptom sometimes associated with high blood pressure, and it has been shown to… read more
Snoring Linked to High Blood Pressure
Does high BP make you snore?
The research team found sleep apnea and even simple snoring are associated with high blood pressure, to varying degrees.
Is sleep apnea related… read more
Painkiller Risk: High Blood Pressure
Does painkiller affect blood pressure?
Many over-the-counter (OTC) painkillers can push your blood pressure higher. They can even be dangerous.
What painkiller can I take with high blood … read more
Vitamin E: A Cautionary Tale When It Comes to Blood Pressure
Can vitamin E cause high blood pressure?
An Australian study shows that vitamin E can actually raise blood pressure in hypertensive patients with Type 2 Diabetes. Though it… read more
High Cholesterol, Low Blood Pressure and Heart Disease Risk
Will lowering cholesterol lower blood pressure?
Certain lifestyle changes that lower cholesterol can also lower your blood pressure. Such as: eating a healthy diet and exercising can help… read more
Benefits of Red Wine for High Blood Pressure
Can I drink red wine if I have high blood pressure?
If you have high blood pressure, avoid alcohol or drink alcohol only in moderation. For healthy… read more
Eight Things that Ruins Blood Pressure and How to Avoid Them
What makes blood pressure worst?
Eat too much salt and do not eat enough fruit and vegetables. do not do enough exercise. drink too much alcohol or coffee (or… read more
What Causes High Diastolic Blood Pressure?
What does it mean if my diastolic blood pressure is high?
High diastolic pressure is linked to a higher risk of disease involving the large artery called the aorta that … read more
Intracranial Hypertension
Does intracranial hypertension go away?
With treatment, in most cases, this condition goes away. However, increased pressure can return months or even years later. You can reduce this risk… read more
Obstructive Sleep Apnea and High Blood Pressure
How does obstructive sleep apnea cause hypertension?
Obstructive sleep apnea can cause high blood pressure.
When you periodically stop breathing in your sleep, your body releases stress hormones… read more
What Happens If You Ignore Hypertension?
Why do people ignore high BP?
High blood pressure can damage your coronary arteries, which can makes it difficult for your heart to pump blood through them. Over time,… read more
