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Category Archives: Blood Pressure

Type 2 Diabetics May Benefit from Intensive Blood Pressure Therapy Regardless of Cardiovascular Risk: Study

According to a recent study published in the American Heart Association’s journal Hypertension, people with type 2 diabetes who received intensive treatment to keep their blood pressure levels at 130/80 mm/Hg or below had fewer strokes, heart attacks, and other diabetes complications, regardless of pre-existing cardiovascular risk. Type 2 diabetes affects more than 420 million ...click here to read more

Cognitive Behavioral Apps May Help Reduce Blood Pressure

The latest research findings have uncovered that systolic and diastolic blood pressure may be successfully reduced by using a cognitive behavior app. The daily-use app encourages patients to set out personalized behaviors to help reduce high blood pressure. The app is supported by a multidisciplinary team that looks at healthy behavior changes, and users can ...click here to read more

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Reducing Blood Pressure Protects the Brain

The latest research findings uncovered that reducing blood pressure among seniors helps reduce the accumulation of brain lesions. These benefits were seen among seniors who took medications to keep their 24-hour systolic blood pressure at 130 mm Hg as opposed to those who kept it at 145 mm Hg. A reduction of brain lesions was ...click here to read more

Moderate Alcohol Consumption Increases the Risk of High Blood Pressure

Moderate alcohol consumption increases the risk of high blood pressure. The study involved over 17,000 Americans, which revealed seven to 13 drinks a week substantially increased blood pressure. Previous research has suggested that moderate alcohol consumption may protect a person from heart disease, but the latest findings refute this notion. Past research has not looked ...click here to read more

Morning Exercise Followed by Breaks in Sitting during the Day Supports Blood Pressure in Older Adults

Morning exercise with short walking breaks lowers blood pressure in older adults. The latest study revealed that at least 30 minutes of walking in the morning is enough to support healthy blood pressure throughout the day. Furthermore, taking frequent breaks throughout the day can improve blood pressure benefits from morning exercise. The study looked at ...click here to read more

Why It’s so Important to Get Your Blood Pressure under Control

A new study has uncovered that controlling high blood pressure may help stall dementia. The study was a large randomized trial, and it found that patients who underwent intensive treatment for high blood pressure were 19 percent less likely to experience early cognitive deficiencies compared to those who underwent traditional blood pressure treatment. Early cognitive ...click here to read more

Higher Sodium Intake Increases Postural Lightheadedness (Orthostatic Hypotension)

High sodium intake increases postural lightheadedness (orthostatic hypotension). Some people may experience slight dizziness when changing positions, such as going from laying down to a standing up position. This is the result of a drop in blood pressure. For some individuals, this lightheadedness may contribute to falls and other dangers. It has been suggested that ...click here to read more