Walnuts are another food that delivers heart-healthy fats. "I eat a handful of walnuts a of couple times a week," says Routhenstein. "Walnuts are rich in plant omega-3 (ALA) unsaturated fats, ...

Exercise regularly. Moving your body—like daily walks—can help lower and control blood pressure. Even a single workout can drop blood pressure for hours. The American Heart Association recommends 150 ...

*Nearly half of all adults in the United States are living with high blood pressure — and a significant number have no idea. Hypertension has earned its reputation as a “silent killer” — a condition ...

High blood pressure, often called the “silent killer,” affects millions worldwide while quietly inflicting damage on vital organs long before any symptoms appear. This stealthy condition creates a ...

Cardiologists reveal why the consequences are literally deadly.

Heart disease remains the leading cause of death in the United States. February is American Heart Month, established in 1964 by President Lyndon B. Johnson to encourage Americans to prioritize and ...

Research and experts indicate that cold weather puts stress on the heart. It can increase the risk of high blood pressure and even heart attacks. Individuals at higher risk for cardiovascular disease ...

What is still too often left unsaid is this: chronic stress is a heart condition and risk factor for high blood pressure, and racism is one of its most potent drivers.