Insomnia Raises Risk of High Blood Pressure

Can lack of sleep cause high BP? ANSWER: Research suggests that sleeping five hours or less a night can, over time, increase your risk of developing — or worsening —… read more

Enough Sleep Lower Blood Pressure

Is it true that sleep deprivation can cause high blood pressure? Answer From Francisco Lopez-Jimenez, M.D. Possibly. Sleep experts recommend that adults get 7 to 8 hours of sleep each… read more