Blood pressure consists of two numbers. Systolic pressure, the force exerted on blood vessels when the heart beats, is the upper number. Diastolic pressure, the force exerted when the heart is at rest ...

Low blood pressure, or hypotension, occurs when blood pressure readings fall below 90/60 mmHg. While often less discussed than hypertension, dangerously low blood pressure can cause dizziness, ...

DEAR DR. ROACH: I am a 23-year-old woman. Recently, my friend experienced a problem with high blood pressure, and for about five days, I followed her diet, which consisted of no added salt or sugar.

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Since water makes up nearly 60% of the human body’s weight, it's no surprise that the amount we drink ...

Older adults whose blood pressure fluctuates over time may be more likely to have problems with thinking and memory skills, according to a study published in the December 11, 2024, online issue of ...

The American Heart Association and the American College of Cardiology came up with new recommendations that encourage doctors and patients to be more proactive to try to get those numbers into a ...

Normal blood pressure for adult women is less than 120/80 mmHg. Blood pressure may increase with age due to less flexible blood vessels. Exercise and a heart-healthy diet support normal blood pressure ...

Your kidneys work as your body’s natural filtration system, cleaning your blood day and night. But this vital work depends heavily on one critical factor: your blood pressure. Medical experts warn ...