82 m. ago How to bring down your high blood pressure without medication

When Pauline Richardson was told, during a routine GP appointment, that her blood pressure was high, in the aftermath of losing her husband it was the least of her worries.

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16 h. ago The vegetable that can lower blood pressure in a matter of days

It can lower blood pressure by suppressing potentially harmful bacteria in the mouth

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39 h. ago Doctor's medication warning to people with high blood pressure and cholesterol

A cardiologist has a warning to people who are prescribed medication for high blood pressure or high cholesterol and says there are simple changes people can make

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39 h. ago Heart doctor's warning to people who take high blood pressure medication

A heart doctor has issued a warning to people who are taking medication for common health issues such as high blood pressure and cholesterol

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43 h. ago Mum thought she had low blood pressure before 'terrifying' diagnosis

Sara Birnie was experiencing dizzy spells

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58 h. ago Five Halloween treats that can interact with your medications

Halloween sweets can interact with medicines in ways that may reduce their effectiveness or even trigger harmful side effects

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64 h. ago All the existing drugs that could stop cancer from returning

‘Drug repurposing’ involves taking medicines that already exist and testing whether they can treat different diseases

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6 d. ago What is a cortisol cocktail? The drink promising to reduce stress and boost energy

There are claims that the drink, which is made with orange juice and salt, can lower high cortisol levels

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6 d. ago The tasty spice that could slash cholesterol and blood pressure

A spice that's commonly found in many dishes could help lower your risk of some heart condition

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8 d. ago BBC doctor warns anyone taking amitriptyline, nortriptyline, sertraline, fluoxetine

Research showed antidepressants making changes in heart rate, blood pressure and weight

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8 d. ago Cholesterol and blood pressure are lowered with 'underrated' 79p food

Eating the 79p 'superfood' can help to support gut health, reduce cholesterol and promote a healthy immune system.

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9 d. ago Scientists warn of surprising link between dental health and stroke risk

Traditional risk factors for stroke like high blood pressure and diabetes are widely scrutinised but oral health remains underestimated

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9 d. ago Why poor sleep and high blood pressure increase the risk of dementia

There are currently estimated to be 982,000 people with dementia in the UK, but more than a third of people with the condition do not have a diagnosis

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9 d. ago Weight loss injections may boost heart health even without fat loss

Being overweight raises the risk of heart problems by causing fatty deposits, high blood pressure, and high cholesterol.

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1 week ago Antidepressant alert: key update for anyone taking sertraline, amitriptyline, citalopram and maprotiline

Research shows that antidepressants can affect heart rate, blood pressure, and weight, with some patients reportedly gaining nearly 5lbs almost 'instantly'

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1 week ago New alert to anyone taking sertraline, amitriptyline, citalopram or maprotiline

Research has linked antidepressants to changes in heart rate, blood pressure and weight - with some 'instantly' gaining almost 5lbs

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1 week ago Sertraline and citalopram linked to change in weight and blood pressure

The antidepressants, alongside others like amitriptyline and maprotiline, have been found to change heart rate and cause some people to gain weight rapidly

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1 week ago Free NHS blood pressure checks available to certain England residents in pharmacies

Although common, high blood pressure can cause serious issues such as heart attacks and strokes if left untreated

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1 week ago The blood pressure secret: everything you need to know to improve yours – and live a longer, healthier life

It is known as ‘the silent killer’, because many people suffer from high blood pressure without even being aware of it. Here is where your numbers should be, and how to change them for the betterThe older you get, and the more obsessed with your health, the more it feels as if life comes down to numbers: how many more years you can expect; your lean body mass; your percentage of visceral fat; how dense your bones are; how many kilos you can squat; how long you can deadhang; how often you still do it; your levels of LDL and HDL cholesterol; your resting heart rate; your overnight blood oxygen level; how quickly you can run; how many steps you do in a day; how many hours you sleep; how fast you are shrinking; how often you get up to pee.I say you, of course, but what I mean is me. I fixate on all those things and more. Do you want to know my vascular age as calculated by my smart scales? I will tell you. The point is that some of these numbers matter more than others. And one that def...

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2 w. ago Nutritionist reveals the healthiest things to order from your local Chinese takeaway

Ordering a Chinese takeaway is a weekend treat enjoyed by millions-but worries about high cholesterol, blood pressure and obesity can easily put you off your dinner.

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