14 h. ago Researchers find new link between blood pressure and heart attack risk

The study found that a ‘normal but high’ blood pressure reading can be quietly damaging the heart, long before symptoms appear

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14 h. ago Normal but high blood pressure in younger people ‘may raise heart attack risk’

A study found that high blood pressure was linked to reduced blood flow to the heart at age 77.

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38 h. ago The herb that can lower your blood pressure and help you sleep

The soothing herb was used by the ancient Greeks

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39 h. ago How to know if your blood pressure medicine is included in latest FDA recall

Teva Pharmaceuticals’ prazosin is just one of many generic versions – but it’s the only one that is contaminated

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3 d. ago Experts say this bread may be the best to lower blood pressure

Nearly half of American adults live with high blood pressure

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7 d. 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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7 d. 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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8 d. 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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8 d. 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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8 d. ago Mum thought she had low blood pressure before 'terrifying' diagnosis

Sara Birnie was experiencing dizzy spells

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9 d. 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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9 d. 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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1 week 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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2 w. 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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2 w. 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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2 w. 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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2 w. 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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2 w. 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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2 w. 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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2 w. 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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