High blood pressure is called the "silent killer" for a reason—you can feel perfectly fine while it quietly increases your risk of a heart attack or stroke. The good news is that bringing your numbers ...

Find lists of blood pressure medications commonly used to treat hypertension and the names of medications prescribed less ...

Elizabeth Cooney is a cardiovascular disease reporter at STAT, covering heart, stroke, and metabolic conditions. You can reach Liz on Signal at LizC.22. A study in rural China demonstrating the power ...

A traditional Chinese exercise called baduanjin has been found to lower blood pressure almost as effectively as medication in ...

Jillian Kubala, MS, is a registered dietitian based in Westhampton, NY. Jillian uses a unique and personalized approach to help her clients achieve optimal wellness through nutrition and lifestyle ...

Most of the sodium in your diet may be coming from places you didn’t expect.

Medically reviewed by Elizabeth Barnes, RDN Key Takeaways Asparagus may help lower blood pressure by relaxing blood vessels, ...

Can a spoonful of olive oil a day lower blood pressure? Discover how olive oil supports heart health, how long it takes, and the best type to use.

If you want a cooking oil that will support healthy blood pressure, olive oil is a great choice. Dr. Maya Vadiveloo, PhD, RD, ...

Plus, other sips that support heart health.

Beets, beets — are they good for your heart? Research shows that eating a variety of fruits and vegetables daily can lower ...

High blood pressure is a serious health problem that can lead to life-threatening illnesses like heart attacks and strokes, ...