Category Archives: Blood Pressure

High blood pressure should be a concern at any age, but new research shows that it could be a significant marker of dementia if experienced in midlife. This new information suggests that maintaining healthy blood pressure throughout life may be one way to help decrease the risk of cognitive decline, including dementia. In a study ...click here to read more

If you regularly notice you’ve got cold hands and feet, you’re likely experiencing circulation problems. And although the cold touch may appear to be nothing more than a minor annoyance, it could indicate a more significant problem. If nutrient-rich oxygenated blood isn’t reaching your hands and feet, it’s entirely plausible that it’s not reaching your ...click here to read more

Both systolic blood pressure and diastolic blood pressure readings are critical for analyzing the risk of heart disease, according to a new study. In the past, research has indicated that high systolic blood pressure is more of a risk factor for heart disease, but this new study finds that both numbers have a strong association ...click here to read more

Could you imagine if stimulating certain points on your ear could lead to better sleep, improved mood, and a lower chance of age-related illness like heart disease and high blood pressure? According to some new research, it could be that easy. A study published in the journal Aging showed that “tickling” certain areas of the ...click here to read more

Research now shows that monitoring blood pressure for 24 hours can help to prevent heart disease and other vascular diseases. Many people do monitor their blood pressure, but only do so once a day, or even once a week. This study now shows that the most effective way to prevent cardiovascular diseases is to record ...click here to read more

You may already know that high blood pressure is a significant risk for a stroke, but for those who have already suffered a stroke, it could be the link between recurrence. A recent study shows that well-controlled blood pressure can reduce the risk of another stroke by about 20 percent. Research published in JAMA Neurology suggests maintaining a ...click here to read more

Exercising with high blood pressure can be daunting. You’ve undoubtedly heard it can be good for you, but perhaps you’re not comfortable with the risks and the way it feels. Going too hard may get your blood pressure too high and put you at risk for a heart attack or leave you feeling like your ...click here to read more

An allergic reaction can send anyone into a frenzy. But can allergens also raise your blood pressure? The answer is somewhat complicated, but in short, is “yes and no.” Allergies do not have a direct effect on blood pressure. A fit of sneezing or another reaction may lead to a temporary increase in blood pressure ...click here to read more

We know that environment can play a significant role in how healthy we are, but a new study suggests that it can specifically impact the risk of arterial hypertension and metabolic syndrome. The research, soon to be published in the Journal of Public Health, shows that air pollution and living in apartment buildings may be ...click here to read more

People often wish there was a potion that was the magical key to youth and everlasting life. Unfortunately, that’s a no go. But unsalted tomato juice might help. Tomato juice can get a little dicey. High in nutrients and valuable antioxidants, it’s often praised for its potential to improve health. Until reality sets in: most ...click here to read more

A new study out of Japan has raised the question of whether regular consumption of unsalted tomato juice may be a cost-effective intervention against high blood pressure and LDL-C level cholesterol. Cardiovascular diseases are responsible for the most deaths in the United States, and this new research could offer a new way to lower the ...click here to read more

White coat hypertension, the condition where a patient’s blood pressure readings are higher when taken at a doctor’s office compared to other settings, has now been linked to an increase in heart disease. The condition has long been recognized as more of an imposition, but this new study goes to show just how dangerous it ...click here to read more

I was shocked by the results of a recent survey conducted by the American Heart Association and the American Medical Association. There’s a good chance you might be too. Perhaps you’ve heard of the “silent killer.” High blood pressure, or hypertension, can sneak up on a person without any noticeable symptoms and before you know ...click here to read more

New research is suggesting possible preventative measures for a common type of heart arrhythmia. Known as “heart block,” it is a disruption in the normal electrical signaling between the four valves of the heart. The crossed signals lead to irregular heartbeats which are often treated by a pacemaker. But new research published in JAMA is ...click here to read more