Prolonged sitting raises blood pressure from childhood to adulthood. Light physical activity lowers hypertension risks.

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New research found that eating a diet filled with cruciferous vegetables may effectively lower blood pressure—even more so ...

High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is a common condition that affects millions globally. It occurs when the ...

UW Health's Dr. Jeff Pothof discusses a new report that found roughly 41% of U.S. adults have high blood pressure and are ...

High blood pressure is a rare health issue among teens, but U.S. case numbers are creeping upwards. Now, research published ...

Move More. Being physically active can help lower your blood pressure and reduce stress. Aim for 150 minutes of ...

More doctors are looking out for the condition. But that’s not enough to explain the increase in the nation’s overall ...

People with conditions or habits such as high blood pressure, an irregular heartbeat called atrial fibrillation, or smoking, not only have a higher risk of stroke, they may also have more severe ...

At least 33% of people in Philadelphia – more in West and Southwest Philadelphia – suffer from high blood pressure. But many of them don't know it – that's why the condition, also known as ...

One of the most apparent signs of high blood pressure at night can be swelling in the feet. Edema, or fluid retention, tends to arise when blood pressure spikes. Elevated pressure in blood vessels ...

New research suggests that adding even small amounts of physical activity, like walking uphill or climbing stairs, can help ...