Blood pressure is the measure of the force of blood through the arteries as it is pumped by the heart. Blood pressure is a combination of two readings. The systolic pressure (the higher number) is the pressure when the heart contracts, and the...
Having high blood pressure raises the risk of heart disease, heart attack and stroke. Controlling blood pressure requires making healthy lifestyle choices to both prevent high blood pressure and treat it once it has been diagnosed. The first step...
Blood pressure, the measure of the force of blood against the artery walls, is an important indicator of overall health. One in three adults in the United States suffer from high blood pressure (known as hypertension), as reported by the National...
High blood pressure is also known as hypertension, or the silent killer. Silent, since there are little or no warning signs of this disease. High blood pressure can lead to heart disease, stroke and permanent kidney damage. According to 2010...
Free radicals are chemicals in your body that are produced when you are exposed to the sun, alcohol, tobacco smoke and pollution. Antioxidants are natural substances that can stop cell damage caused by free radicals. If you have high blood...
Grapefruit may prove helpful in lowering your blood pressure, providing a natural remedy to hypertension and protecting you against heart disease. But if you take blood pressure medications, combining them with grapefruit could seriously endanger...
Coca-Cola, or Coke, is a popular carbonated soft drink sold in virtually every country in the world. It originally was intended as a health tonic in the late 1800s, but has since become a common companion with meals, especially fast food, and...
High blood pressure or hypertension is a disease that refers to the elevated pressure against the artery walls. Untreated or uncontrolled high blood pressure increases your risk of certain medical conditions, including heart disease and stroke....
Your body needs magnesium to convert fats and carbohydrates into energy, synthesize DNA and proteins, and aid in the production of carbohydrates and lipids. Magnesium also appears to be important for maintaining a healthy blood pressure range,...
Whether you are trying to maintain a healthy blood pressure or you want lower your high blood pressure, you may be able to use mustard to achieve your goals. Mustard greens, seeds and prepared mustard each provide potential benefits for your blood...
Vinegar has a long history of use for medicinal, as well as culinary purposes. Apple-cider vinegar is the type most people use for health conditions including high blood pressure. Although this substance may have certain medicinal properties, you...
Your blood pressure is a critical indicator of your overall cardiovascular health. High blood pressure, or hypertension, can eventually lead to heart failure, stroke or the hardening of your arteries, according to Dr. Len Kravitz, Ph.D. of The...
Blood pressure is the force, or pressure, the blood exerts on artery walls. It's measured in millimeters of mercury (mmHg). Blood pressure consists of two numbers, systolic and diastolic. Systolic blood pressure, the higher number, is the pressure...
A watermelon is a fruit that is part of the cucumber and squash family. Watermelons vary in size, shape and color, but most have red flesh and thick green rinds that are often spotted or striped. Watermelons are a concentrated source of...
There’s a commonly held belief that garlic can help lower cholesterol. When you look at all of the studies grouped together, it doesn’t appear to be much help. The same holds true for the feeling that garlic can lower blood pressure...
Approximately 43 million Americans suffer from high blood pressure. This is a significant risk factor for strokes, heart attacks and heart failure. According to Len Kravitz, Ph.D., of the University of New Mexico, high blood pressure kills more...
Blood pressure is a measurement of the force of your blood pushing against the walls of arteries as the heart beats and pumps out blood. About one in three Americans get HPB, or high blood pressure, at some point in their lives. It is a silent...
Maintaining healthy levels of blood cholesterol levels and blood pressure are two important factors for optimal function of your heart and your overall health. The goal is to keep your blood pressure around 120/80 mm Hg, or millimeters of mercury....
The type of food a person eats can contribute to a rise in blood pressure. Conversely, the right foods can help manage blood pressure or decrease its value, according to the journal "Hypertension." Since good blood pressure is a systolic, "top"...
Most people experience high blood pressure in their lives, according to the Mayo Clinic. The lucky ones won't have to contend with elevated levels until old age, but for some, high blood pressure can come early in life and spend years weakening...
Garlic and ginger tea is a popular folk remedy for ailments ranging from common colds to high blood pressure. While ginger and garlic both have many healthful properties when consumed fresh, it is less clear whether a tea made from these foods has...
Blood pressure is a measurement of the force against the walls of a person's arteries as the heart pumps blood through the body. This measure is read by taking a systolic and diastolic reading. The systolic number is the top number in a blood...
Blood pressure measures the force of blood against the walls of the arteries. Systolic blood pressure measures the force as the heart is beating and diastolic blood pressure measures the force while the heart is relaxing or in between beats....
High blood pressure is a disorder of the cardiovascular system that affects one of every three American adults. It causes the heart to pump faster to send blood throughout the body. Contributors to high blood pressure, or hypertension, include...
High blood pressure, or hypertension, increases your risk for heart disease, stroke and kidney disease, but you may be able to lower your number by improving your diet. Soy-based products may be good for your high blood pressure because of a...
The American Heart Association and National Heart Lung and Blood Institute's definition of blood pressure is the amount of force pushing against artery walls when the heart is contracting and when the heart is at rest. When this force reaches or...
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, one out of three adults in the United States suffers from high blood pressure, also known as hypertension. Although this condition may not exhibit any symptoms, if left untreated it can...
Your sodium-potassium ratio directly influences your blood pressure. Because most of the foods you eat contain either sodium or potassium -- or both -- your food choices are critical to controlling your intakes of these minerals. Food processing,...
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