Most people are unfamiliar with the condition of portal hypertension, which essentially is an elevated blood pressure in a very specific system of veins that come together into one vein named the portal. This system ultimately runs between the organs of the digestive system, like the stomach and int......[Read More]

Before you grab that double cheeseburger, consider this: If you're middle-aged with two or more risk factors for heart disease, such as obesity and high cholesterol, your risk for dementia by your late 70s is greatly increased.......[Read More]

Hypercet is one of the leading natural supplements for controlling and lowering both the cholesterol and blood pressure levels. It is made by one of the most respected natural health products manufacturers in the US and the product itself enjoys an excellent reputation for its effectiveness. It actu......[Read More]

There are many home and herbal remedies out there for high blood pressure, and many of them work just as good as, or even better than the drugs. The best part is that home remedies come with no side effects.......[Read More]

WebMD explains combination treatment for hypertension, often used if high blood pressure is out of control.......[Read More]

VLDL is known as very low-density lipoprotein and is the precursor of LDL, low-density lipoprotein; both substances are considered "bad" cholesterol. "Good" cholesterol is known as high-density lipoprotein (HDL).......[Read More]

Beta-blockers are drugs used to treat hypertension. Learn more from WebMD about how they work and their side effects.......[Read More]

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Therapeutic breathing is a proven breakthrough in high blood pressure treatment that could help millions. Clinical trials reveal that breathing slowly and deeply for 15 minutes a day can lead to lasting reductions in blood pressure. New developments have made the method easier, more enjoyable and af......[Read More]

Having even slightly high blood pressure may substantially increase a person’s risk of having a stroke, new research shows.......[Read More]

A discussion of natural treatments available for persons suffering from hypertension. An examination of efforts to stifle the use of natural treatments is detailed. The author opines that economics may be at the bottom of a structural conspiracy.......[Read More]

It is well known that men with high blood pressure are at a greater risk of developing sexual dysfunction and now new research shows that the same holds for women.......[Read More]

Primary Pulmonary Hypertension (PPHN) in newborns is a serious respiratory and circulatory condition in which the newborn does not convert from fetal circulation to post-delivery circulation after birth. PPHN occurs in every two to four live births, according to Dr. Michael Acarregui (see link in Re......[Read More]

High blood pressure (hypertension) is a condition that develops gradually over a long period of time, in most cases. The volume of blood the heart pumps versus the resistance in the arteries determines the level of blood pressure in the patient, according to the Mayo Clinic. This common condition, i......[Read More]

Big part of the problem is getting people to take medications, stick with them, experts say......[Read More]

Study found damage to organs and tissues, even with no sign of hypertension......[Read More]

There's one good saying "Health is Wealth", well said. Good health in other words is energy, happiness and all of these bring serenity in our life. Stress is definitely a cause of hypertension. Every one of us reacts differently to stress. Some of us smoke, take drink, cry, eat too mu......[Read More]

Are you combating high blood pressure? Fortunately, you don't always need medications to lower your blood pressure. Here are 9 sure-fire steps you can take to start dropping your blood pressure and avoid or reduce your need for medication.......[Read More]

High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, develops over many years and affects a variety of people. Understanding what different levels of blood pressure mean can help you better stay on track with your health.......[Read More]

High blood pressure is one of the leading causes of deaths in the modern world today. Studies have shown that there is direct correlation with food, as well as lifestyle, to high blood pressure. If you experience symptoms of high blood pressure, it is important to know how to lower it down quickly t......[Read More]