Blood pressure

Changing the rules: How low should our blood pressure be?

For years, doctors used clear numbers to define normal blood pressure, but in recent years the definitions have been changing again and again following new studies.

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Suffering from high blood pressure? This is the hour when you should stop eating in the evening

Childhood obesity is a rising epidemic.

High blood pressure among children doubles; obesity may be driving trend


Over 40? Here’s what doctors want you to check

At 40, the body sends subtle signals, hidden chronic diseases can appear, and nutrition and fitness habits become crucial. Here’s how to stay healthy for years.

Age 40 is a medical turning point

Report: These are the new Apple watches set to launch in a week and a half

Next week, Apple is set to unveil three watches, focusing on upgrades in processing, connectivity, screen size, and health tracking. Here’s what to expect.

Apple Watch. Larger screen

The Japanese trick that reduces weight and blood pressure

Japanese studies show that walking in 3-minute intervals brings more impressive results than regular walking or the common goal of 10,000 daily steps.

The Japanese walking trick

Massive study reveals: This food lowers blood pressure just like medication

A study involving 5,200 participants reveals that foods rich in certain plant compounds lower blood pressure by 7 points and reduce the risk of heart attacks.

Eating and enjoying reduced blood pressure

Scientists discover: The secret health benefits of turmeric

A comprehensive review of 25 studies reveals new benefits of turmeric for menstrual pain, blood pressure, and memory—while also warning of possible side effects.

 Turmeric

Within two hours: The legume that can lower blood pressure like medication

Legumes are among the healthiest foods out there, but it turns out there's one particular legume that works wonders for your blood pressure.

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For tense times: We tested Garmin’s new smart blood pressure monitor

Garmin launches a smart blood pressure monitor that integrates with its app, but the compact design comes at the cost of ease of use, and the slightly high price is somewhat off-putting.

 Garmin's blood pressure monitor

Without medication: This vegetable lowers blood pressure within hours

We all know it’s healthy, but we may not realize how healthy it really is. Here’s a great reason to add spinach to your daily menu.

 Spinach

New study finds flavan-3-ols in tea and chocolate can lower blood pressure

Researchers observed blood pressure reductions comparable to some medications, especially in people with hypertension.

 New study finds flavan-3-ols in tea and chocolate can lower blood pressure. Illustration.

Adding five extra minutes of exercise daily can lower blood pressure, study finds

Even everyday activities like climbing stairs or cycling can benefit healthy blood pressure, researchers say.

 Exercise.