"Is a blood pressure of 130/70 anything to worry about?" It's a good question, and one doctors didn't regularly field until the Joint National Committee of the American Heart Association announced its ...

If you’ve ever looked at your blood pressure numbers and wondered, “What does that actually mean?”, you’re not alone.High ...

American College of Cardiology and American Heart Association guidelines define high blood pressure as 130/80. This means almost half of U.S. adults are considered to have high blood pressure ...

Every time you visit a physician, you're sure to get a blood pressure check. Local providers say knowing your numbers and ...

Adding foods with vitamin B-12 (eggs, chicken and tuna) and rich in folate (broccoli and leafy greens) can stave off anemia, which lowers blood pressure. But reducing your meal size is also key, say ...

WICHITA, Kan. (KSNW) — May 17 is World Hypertension Day. Hypertension, more commonly called high blood pressure, is the leading cause of heart disease and premature death worldwide. People with ...

Getting an accurate reading on a home blood pressure monitor requires a certain amount of effort. First off, you need an accurate device. Resources like CR’s blood pressure monitor ratings and the ...

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 ...

Cardiologists reveal that the most powerful tool for stabilizing your heart rate and flushing out excess sodium isn't in your ...

As an editor and writer who has contributed to many national and local publications, Nicole Gregory enjoys communicating clearly on critical health topics so that readers can make informed choices for ...