Overview of Blood Pressure
Learn the basics on hypertension, also known as high blood pressure.
The Meaning of Blood Pressure Numbers
What's the difference between systolic blood pressure and diastolic blood pressure? Here’s how to interpret them and calculate if you may have high blood pressure.
Measuring Blood Pressure
It’s important to have accurate measurements of your blood pressure. Readings that are even slightly off could mean the difference between whether you take medication or not
Risk Factors for Hypertension
The following risk factors are associated with hypertension and high blood pressure, but most of them can be changed, controlled, or treated.
Monitoring Your Blood Pressure at Home
If you have high blood pressure, your doctor may tell you to buy a home monitoring device so that you can track your levels yourself.
Special Categories of Hypertension
Did you know there are several types of hypertension? Learn more about the many forms of blood pressure here.
Resistant Hypertension
What is resistant hypertension (high blood pressure), and how do you control it?
Secondary Hypertension
Other health conditions and medications can cause blood pressure to rise, resulting in secondary hypertension.
Blood Pressure: How Low Should You Go?
A new study suggests that lowering systolic blood pressure well under the current recommendations could further reduce heart disease and early death in many people with hypertension.
Orthostatic Hypotension
Sometimes, if you stand up too fast, especially after lying down for long periods, you may get dizzy and faint. This condition is known as orthostatic hypotension.
High Blood Pressure and Health Impacts
Uncontrolled high blood pressure can lead to many health issues. Find out why it’s important to keep your blood pressure within a normal range.
Hypertension and Your Sex Life
Hypertension and high blood pressure can cause erectile dysfunction which may impact your sex life and sexual function. Here’s how.
Lower Blood Pressure with Lifestyle Changes
Find out how lifestyle changes can lower your blood pressure and reduce risk of hypertension.
Alcohol, Caffeine, and Smoking Impacts on
Blood Pressure
Should you drink alcohol, coffee, or smoke if you have hypertension? Here’s what the research shows.
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Impact of Stress on Blood Pressure
Is stress impacting your hypertension? The science is unclear.
Maintain a Healthy Weight to Manage High
Blood Pressure
Here are some tips on healthy weight control, which helps to regulate your body mass index and control hypertension.
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Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension
Learn how to control your diet to lower your blood pressure with DASH.
Salt and Sodium: Limit to Reduce Blood Pressure
Many studies have linked high-sodium diets to hypertension. Here are tips on how you can limit salt from your diet.
Potassium, Magnesium, and Calcium: Increase Intake
to Reduce Blood Pressure
Here's why you should add potassium and magnesium to your diet to help reduce blood pressure and risk of hypertension.
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Foods that Lower Blood Pressure
Studies have shown that adding these foods and nutrients to your diet help reduce blood pressure and risk of hypertension.
Energy Drinks: Are They Healthy?
The fuel in energy drinks is often a lot of caffeine and sugar. Studies show negative imapcts on heart health including increasing blood pressure.
Exercise to Lower Blood Pressure
Regular physical activity and exercise can help lower your blood pressure and reduce risk of hypertension.
Commonly Used Drugs to Lower Blood Pressure
Learn about different high blood pressure medications and their potential side effects.
Choosing a Blood Pressure Drug Treatment Plan
Here is what you need to know before you start on a new blood pressure medication.
Taking Two or More Medications When You Have
High Blood Pressure
If you have high blood pressure, you may need to take multiple medications.
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