Bodybuilders that train with heavy loads, several times a week, put a lot of stress on their body. One concern that sometimes comes up with this type of routine is how bodybuilding affects blood ...

The next time you get your blood pressure checked, expect your medical provider to be a bit more aggressive about high levels. And if you like a glass of wine with dinner or a cocktail on the weekends ...

Seoul National University College of Engineering announced that a research team has developed a wearable electronic device that attaches to the skin like a bandage and enables real-time, continuous ...

Dehydration occurs when the body loses too much water, usually as a result of losing fluids at a faster rate than it takes in. It can cause changes in blood volume, which may lead to drops or ...

Nearly half of American adults have high blood pressure, according to the CDC. But, while it’s common, living with hypertension is linked with a higher risk of heart attack and stroke. While there are ...

The release of hormones like oxytocin during sex can help relax blood vessels and temporarily reduce blood pressure. Sex can also improve sleep and reduce stress, both of which have beneficial effects ...

Today’s cuff technique for measuring blood pressure (BP) goes back 100 years or so. While the sensors used to measure pressure have changed considerably, the inflate, deflate, and then-measure ...

A new study adds to the evidence that blood pressure medication may offer more benefits if taken before bed instead of in the morning. A combination blood pressure drug led to better blood pressure ...

Keeping tabs on your blood pressure is as easy as checking your wrist. Keeping tabs on your blood pressure is one of the smartest things you can do for your heart, especially since high blood pressure ...

Lifestyle remedies are an important part of managing high blood pressure. Research supports that many herbs, used for centuries in traditional medicine, are helpful tools for lowering blood pressure ...

New research suggests that eating more potassium can help to lower your blood pressure more than decreasing your sodium intake. Other research backs this up. Doctors say that high blood pressure is ...