The People's Perspective on MedicineArticles categorized as Hypertension High Blood Pressure
Could Aggressive Blood Pressure Control Save Your Brain?
A new Chinese study suggests that aggressive blood pressure control may reduce the chance of dementia. How impressive are the data?
Does Grape Juice Have Heart Healthy Benefits?
A reader who has embraced grape juice wonders if its cardiovascular benefits are imaginary. Science says they're real.
Natural Approaches or Pharmaceuticals for What Ails You?
Either natural approaches or pharmaceuticals can offer benefit if used with care. Some important drugs are based on plants.
Can You Lower Your Blood Pressure with Food?
To lower your blood pressure with food, emphasize vegetables and skip the sweets. Following a DASH diet and eating plenty of garlic (or taking a supplement) can help.
A Brand New Blood Pressure Drug: Tryvio (Aprocitentan)
If you can't tolerate lisinopril, amlodipine, metoprolol, losartan or HCTZ, will Tryvio work? What are the pros & cons of this BP drug?
Show 1409: From Hippocrates to Hypocrisy: The Hidden Risks of Healthcare
Our expert guest tells how to spot the hidden risks of healthcare and what to do to avoid them. Many problems are similar around the world.
How to Lower Blood Pressure with Hibiscus Tea
Hibiscus tea (made from hibiscus flowers) has a pleasantly tart flavor. Scientific evidence shows that it can lower blood pressure.
Seven Mistakes to Avoid When Measuring Blood Pressure!
Measuring blood pressure is NOT easy! A new study reveals that proper technique is "commonly overlooked." That includes correct cuff size!
Can You Trust Your Blood Pressure Measurements? Taking Accurate Readings Is Harder Than It Seems!
Do you REALLY know your blood pressure? Millions of blood pressure measurements are taken incorrectly daily! Beware cuff size & arm position.
Can Low Blood Pressure Raise Dementia Risk in Older Adults?”
Is low blood pressure always healthy? Many think that 120/80 is ideal. Research shows that low BP may sometimes raise dementia risk in elders
Conflicting Advice About Eggs and Salt Drives Reader Crazy
Many people become upset with conflicting advice on nutrition. Are eggs good or bad? What about salt? Butter vs. margarine?
Hydrochlorothiazide Side Effects: Skin Cancer and More!
Few health professionals think hydrochlorothiazide side effects are serious. But a Danish study links HCTZ with squamous cell skin cancer.
Medical Mistakes and Deadly Drug Interactions
People don't think they will suffer a medical mistake. Deadly drug interactions seem irrelevant. They are more common than most people think.
Why Potassium Chloride Is Not Always a Safe Salt Substitute!
Salt substitutes with potassium chloride can lower blood pressure. But too much potassium can be deadly! Beware ACEis and ARB-type BP drugs!
What Are Metoprolol Side Effects When Prescribed for High Blood Pressure?
Beta blockers such as atenolol, metoprolol and propranolol are prescribed for hypertension. Readers ask about metoprolol side effects.
Preventing Deadly Drug Interactions Harder Than You Think
Do you swallow 3+ pills daily? Preventing deadly drug interactions is hard, but essential! Prescribers and pharmacists bemoan alert fatigue.
Will a Potassium Salt Substitute Lower Your Blood Pressure?
Studies show a potassium salt substitute can lower sodium intake and reduce blood pressure. Could you benefit?
How Helpful Are Beta Blockers After Heart Attacks?
A study in the New England Journal of Medicine throws shade on beta blockers after heart attacks. Read about the pros and cons of such drugs.
Show 1378: Rediscovering the Power of Medicinal Herbs
Our guests are expert herbalists. They share their knowledge on medicinal herbs to help you stay healthy, from Andrographis to thyme.
Tai Chi Helps Blood Pressure Control
A study comparing tai chi practice to aerobic exercise finds better blood pressure control following tai chi training.
Is New Weight Loss Drug Zepbound Better than Wegovy?
The FDA approved Mounjaro (tirzepatide) 5/13/22 for type 2 diabetes and Zepbound for weight management on 11/8/23. Does it also lower BP?
Generic Metoprolol Reveals Flaws With FDA’s Approval Process
We've been hearing about problems with generic metoprolol since 2007. They're still coming in. Is brand name Toprol XL now affordable?
Show 1371: America’s Pharmacist Compares Natural Healing and Pharmaceuticals
Suzy Cohen, RPh, is known as America's Most Trusted Pharmacist. She often writes and speaks about the value of natural healing.
What Is the Best Time to Eat?
A very small study suggests that morning to midday is the best time to eat for better metabolism and lower blood pressure. Other studies support this approach.
Does Loneliness Raise Your Risk for Parkinson Disease?
A multi-year study of nearly 500,000 individuals shows that loneliness increases the risk of Parkinson disease significantly.
Could Your Pharmacist Help You Control Your Blood Pressure?
According to a new study, if we have your pharmacist help you manage your blood pressure, you save money and stay healthy longer.
What’s the Best Way to Measure Blood Pressure?
What's better, blood pressure readings at the doctor's office or at home? A new study will surprise many health professionals. BP strategies!
Lisinopril and Angioedema: A Life-Threatening Side Effect
Serious lisinopril side effects can occur after many years. Doctors may miss the diagnosis if lisinopril and angioedema affect the abdomen.
Show 1352: Home Tests, Tech and Tools to Improve Your Health
Dr. Alan Greene discusses home tests, tech and tools for health that he likes. Joe and Terry invite listeners to share their own.
Amlodipine and Dizziness: How Common is This Side Effect?
Amlodipine is one of the most popular blood pressure meds in the pharmacy. But amlodipine and dizziness is a common complication. What else should you know?
Do You Take Olive Oil for Your Blood Pressure?
Could extra virgin olive oil rich in plant phenols be a key to the benefits of the Mediterranean diet? Perhaps we should all take olive oil.
Is Your Home Blood Pressure Monitor Up to Snuff?
A study found that not every home blood pressure monitor gives an accurate measurement of blood pressure. 30% were off by 10 points or more.
Show 1307: Cocoa Compounds and the COSMOS Trial (Archive)
A rigorously conducted, multi-year experiment with cocoa compounds vs placebo showed that they may reduce cardiovascular mortality.
How Positive Relationships Support Your Health
An international study finds that positive relationships are linked to lower stress and heart rate and better blood pressure control.
Do Blueberries Help Older People with Memory?
Numerous studies show that anthocyanins in blueberries help lower systolic blood pressure and improve cognitive performance of impaired individuals.
Diuretic Blood Pressure Pill Could Send Potassium Way Too Low
The diuretic chlorthalidone taken to control blood pressure drove blood levels of potassium way too low, a risky situation.
How Can You Lower Blood Pressure Naturally?
Blood pressure medicines are helpful but they often have side effects. What are the best ways to lower blood pressure naturally?
Women Who Eat Mediterranean Diets Improve Pregnancy Outcomes
Women following a Mediterranean type eating pattern around the time of conception and during pregnancy have better pregnancy outcomes.
CoQ10 Has Heart Benefits
Readers' reports that the dietary supplement CoQ10 has heart benefits are supported by scientific studies.
Can Ashwagandha Help You with Stress and Sleep?
Readers have found that an Indian Ayurvedic herb, ashwagandha, can help ease anxiety, overcome insomnia and relieve joint pain.
New Analysis Disputes Dogma that All Seniors Need Statins
Patients following recommendations from the American College of Cardiology need statins as they get older. That's most men over 64!
How to Boost Your Cardiovascular Health with Cocoa Compounds
Cocoa compounds can increase blood vessel flexibility and help them relax. That lowers blood pressure and improves cardiovascular health.
Will Drinking Dragon Fruit Juice Improve your Health?
Does dragon fruit juice have health benefits? One study shows it improves blood vessel flexibility, but we need more research.
Popular Blood Pressure Pills Under Cancer Cloud
Millions of people take ARBs (angiotensin receptor blockers) like losartan and valsartan. Is there a cancer cloud hanging over these drugs?
Can Eating Beets Benefit Eyesight as Well as Blood Pressure?
A reader reports the experience that beets benefit eyesight. Medical research has not shown that, but beets do help the heart.
Multiple BP Meds leads to Lisinopril and Losartan Risks
Getting blood pressure under 130/80 can be challenging. Taking multiple BP meds is one way. It can also increase the risk for interactions!
Will Low Blood Pressure Increase the Danger of Dementia in Older People?
Is low blood pressure always ideal? Many think that 120/80 is ideal. Research shows such low BP may sometimes increase cognitive decline.
What Cold Medicine Is Safe for People With High Blood Pressure?
Decongestants can boost blood pressure. People with high blood pressure should look for cold medicine without phenylephrine.
How Has Pandemic Stress Affected Your Blood Pressure?
Investigators found a small but significant increase in blood pressure during 2020, possibly due to pandemic stress and how people reacted.
Lead in Hair Dye Is Finally Coming Out!
Did you know that the FDA has finally banned lead in hair dye after more than 30 years? It has been a struggle, but the lead will disappear!
Glaucoma Patients Should Not Take Blood Pressure Pills at Bedtime
If blood pressure drops too low overnight, it can aggravate optic nerve damage. That is the last thing glaucoma patients need!
When Should You Take Your BP Pills? Morning or Bedtime?
A reader got better blood pressure control if he took his pills at night instead of in the morning. Should you take your BP pills before bed?
Do You Really Have High Blood Pressure?
People who have high blood pressure in the doctor's office may need to confirm that it is sustained throughout the day with home blood pressure measurement.
Can You Control Blood Pressure Naturally?
When was the last time you checked your blood pressure? Chances are good that it was over 120/80. If so, your doctor may well encourage you to get it down!
Can You Really Control Blood Pressure With Dandelion Extract?
Some readers report that dandelion extract lowers blood pressure without strong side effects. Clinical studies are lacking.
Do ACE Inhibitors or ARBs Work Better for Blood Pressure?
When prescribing blood pressure pills, should doctors choose ACE inhibitors or ARBs? ARBs are equally effective with fewer side effects.
Will Mouthwash Nix the Benefits of Beets?
Killing off oral bacteria with strong mouthwash could make it much harder to tap the blood pressure benefits of beets.
How Your Home Address Affects Your Health
Studying people who moved shows scientists that your home address really does influence depression, blood pressure and diabetes.
More Americans Now Have Uncontrolled Hypertension
A new study shows that more than half of Americans with elevated blood pressure have uncontrolled hypertension. Can you lower yours?
How Does Baking Soda in Water Fight Swelling?
A dose of baking soda in water signals the spleen to produce anti-inflammatory immune cells. This may help reduce swelling.
Blood Pressure Measurements Are Too Important to Leave to Hospitals
Blood pressure measurements seem so simple. Yet you would be amazed how often professionals get this procedure wrong. Stress can lead to elevated readings.
Will Blood Pressure Medicines Prevent Alzheimer Disease?
In a new meta-analysis, the investigators found that people taking blood pressure medicines are slightly less likely to develop dementia.
Will Blood Pressure Remedy Lead to Kidney Stones?
Scientists confirm that drinking beet juice could be a helpful blood pressure remedy. However, it might increase the risk of kidney stones for some people.
Should You Worry About COVID-19 with ACE Inhibitors or ARBs?
People with high BP appear to be at greater risk from the coronavirus. Does that mean people with well-controlled hypertension should worry about COVID-19?
Avoid Drug Side Effects by Being Informed!
Does your doctor give you a written list of symptoms to watch out for when she writes a prescription? This is the best way to avoid drug side effects!
Your Blood Pressure Will Vary Throughout the Day!
Was your blood pressure measured correctly? What time of day was it taken? What were you doing prior to the reading? Blood pressure can vary dramatically.
Do Ginseng Supplements Raise Blood Pressure?
If you plan to take ginseng supplements, be sure to learn what benefits you might expect and what possible side effects you might encounter.
Can Ginger Reduce Blood Pressure & Soothe Arthritis?
Are you struggling with hypertension? You may be able to use ginger for a double-duty effect: reduce blood pressure and ease arthritis pain in joints.
Using Eggplant to Lower Your Blood Pressure
One reader found that using eggplant for dinner, browned in olive oil with herbs, is a tasty approach to lowering blood pressure. Research confirms this.
Can You Lower Your Blood Pressure With Cherries?
Researchers have found that people can lower their blood pressure with cherries, specifically 60 ml of tart cherry concentrate daily.
Do You Know How to Take Your Blood Pressure Right?
If you want to lower your risk of heart disease or stroke, you should learn to take your blood pressure accurately. Hypertension is a risk factor.
Holiday Blood Pressure Challenges Hard to Manage
This is a stressful time of year. Shopping puts a strain on the budget. Family gatherings can be contentious. That's why holiday blood pressure can soar!
ACE Inhibitors Like Lisinopril and Lung Cancer
Tens of millions of people take ACE inhibitors to lower high blood pressure. Is there an association between drugs like lisinopril and lung cancer?
Losartan and Suicide? Another ARB (Sartan) Concern
Canadian scientists have found a link between losartan and suicide that also implicates similar drugs such as irbesartan or valsartan.
How Herbal Medicines Lower Blood Pressure
Scientists are excited to learn how many herbal medicines lower blood pressure. They activate a potassium channel KCNQ5 that relaxes blood vessels.
Home Blood Pressure May Be Better Than Clinic
Home blood pressure measurement predicts complications of hypertension more accurately than clinic measurements.
Does Green Tea Interact with Heart Drugs?
How does green tea interact with nadolol? Green tea compounds can lower blood levels of this heart drug, but does not seem to affect metoprolol.
Can Mouthwash Increase Blood Pressure? An Unusual Interaction
Antibacterial mouthwash is supposed to kill germs. What if it has an unexpected side effect? Could mouthwash increase blood pressure by killing good germs?
The Beta Blocker Blahs Can Be Debilitating
Beta blockers like atenolol, metoprolol and propranolol used to be very popular BP drugs. But the beta blocker blahs can be problematic. What else works?
Generic Furosemide Disappoints | How to Afford Lasix?
Lasix (furosemide) is an absolutely essential medication. It treats excess fluid buildup (edema). But we keep hearing about generic furosemide problems.
Can Licorice Lead to a Hypertensive Emergency?
A patient who came to the emergency department in a hypertensive emergency with blood pressure of 196/66 had been drinking licorice tea for a few weeks.
Will Eating Your Vegetables Ward Off Heart Failure?
Just one cup of green veggies daily can help. People whose diets most closely approximate the DASH diet guidelines are better able to ward off heart failure as they age.
Must You Grind Flaxseed to Get Its Nutritional Benefits?
The scientific consensus is that if you grind flaxseed, you get more of the fiber, lignans and omega-3 fats that make it a healthful food.
Show 1160: How Good Is the Evidence for Cutting Salt?
Cutting salt from our diets has been dogma for many years. Yet there is not very much evidence to support the extreme efforts some people make.
The Best Way to Lower Your Blood Pressure with Exercise
Research shows that evening is the most effective time to train to lower your blood pressure with exercise. Regularity of workouts also counts!
Another ARB Recall Translates into Bad BP Control
Have you lost count of all the blood pressure medicine recalls? Sorry, here is yet another ARB recall. This time it is for losartan from Legacy. Enough!
Physicians Finally Fed Up With the FDA and ARB Recalls!
The ARB recalls have generated surprisingly little outrage from physicians and pharmacists. But a perspective in the NEJM reveals that some docs are upset!
What Is the Right Dose of Baking Soda?
Do you know the right dose of baking soda to calm your indigestion? Sodium-sensitive people need to be careful not to take too much.
Swollen Ankles from Amlodipine and Swollen Tongue from Lisinopril
Lisinopril and amlodipine are prescribed for hypertension. Side effects are swollen ankles from amlodipine and swollen tongue from lisinopril.
Unbelievable! Yet Another Drug Recall | Amlodipine Plus Valsartan
The FDA has issued yet another drug recall because of contamination with a probable cancer causing chemical. It involves amlodipine plus valsartan. Enough!
Another Day Another Losartan Recall | Can We Trust the FDA?
Are you one of the millions of people taking an ARB for hypertension like losartan or valsartan? Did you know there's a NEW losartan recall? Are you fed up?
Exercise for Blood Pressure Control Is Surprisingly Effective
If your blood pressure is at or above 130/80 you are considered hypertensive. Did you know that exercise for blood pressure control may be as good as drugs?
Is Your Blood Pressure Medicine Safe? Valsartan Recall
American generic drug manufacturer Mylan has issued a multi-lot valsartan recall. Check your blood pressure pills to make sure they are not included.
Chinese-Made Losartan Recall | More Cancer Concern
First came a valsartan recall because of suspected carcinogen contamination. Then irbesartan was recalled. Now there is a losartan recall. What's going on?
Brits Contradict U.S. Experts About Blood Pressure Treatment
Half the American adult population has hypertension (HTN) according to guidelines. Why doesn't blood pressure treatment with meds for mild HTN save lives?
The Pros and Cons of Treating Mild Hypertension
How high is your blood pressure? The AHA and ACC say that if it is over 130/80 you have hypertension. Does treating mild hypertension make a difference?
ACE Inhibitors and Lung Cancer | Should You Be Concerned?
Millions of people take blood pressure pills like lisinopril every day. They work well, but is there an association between ACE inhibitors and lung cancer?
What Does Gum Disease Have to Do With Your Blood Pressure?
Americans with gum disease are more likely to have high blood pressure and less likely to be able to control their hypertension with medication.
Searching for a Better Blood Pressure Pill
Millions of people have high blood pressure. A lot of them would like a better blood pressure pill. How can you find out which will work for you?
Show 1134: Can You Control Your Blood Pressure Without Drugs?
New guidelines define many more Americans as having high blood pressure. Medications to treat it may have side effects. Can you lower your blood pressure naturally?
Is Salt Good or Bad for Your Health?
Have you tried to cut back on salt? We would not be surprised if you had trouble meeting the AHA guidelines of less than 1.5 g of sodium daily. Should you feel guilty? is salt good or bad for you?
What Are Natural Ways to Lower High Blood Pressure?
Is your blood pressure ever over 130/80? If so, you are now labeled hypertensive. Drugs can have side effects. Are there any effective nondrug ways to lower high blood pressure?
The Valsartan Recall Disaster Keeps Getting Worse, Not Better
Is the valsartan recall disaster a metaphor for other generic drug problems? Many, if not most, of our generic medicines are now made abroad. They are cheaper, but are they safer?
Valsartan Recall Update: How Big Is The Problem?
You have doubtless read about the valsartan recall because of contamination. Could it be the biggest consumer recall in history? Will some people develop cancer as a result?
Pharmacist Wouldn’t Take Back Recalled Valsartan BP Med
Who's responsibility is it to take back recalled valsartan? Should patients get a refund for a contaminated drug? What happens when a pharmacist refuses to honor a recall?
Worrisome Implications of Valsartan Recall Over Cancer Fears
The valsartan recall over cancer concerns may be turning into a much bigger drug scandal than we imagined. European regulators are reported to believe the problem could date back to 2012.
Valsartan Blood Pressure Pills Recalled over Cancer Concerns
Has your doctor prescribed valsartan blood pressure pills to control hypertension? You may want to check to make sure your specific medicine has not been recalled.
Antibiotic Plus BP Medicine Led to Deadly Drug Interaction
A deadly drug interaction likely resulted in high levels of potassium and cardiac arrest. There was no mention of an interaction in the death certificate. Hear no evil, see no evil, speak no evil.
How Much Beet Juice Will Lower Your Blood Pressure?
You can lower your blood pressure with dietary measures. How much beet juice does it take to make a difference for hypertension?
What’s the Best Way to Take Blood Pressure Measurements?
A new study compares blood pressure measurements taken in the doctor's office with 24-hour home readings. Find out which is best and why.
What Happens When Minor Drug Side Effects Turn Deadly?
Have you ever suffered from minor drug side effects? What is a mild adverse reaction anyway? Is it hair loss? what about a cough? When can seemingly minor symptoms turn deadly?
Metoprolol for High Blood Pressure Raised Blood Sugar Levels
Millions of people take metoprolol for high blood pressure. Do they know that many experts doubt the drug is appropriate as a first-line treatment? Can it raise blood sugar?
Hydrochlorothiazide Triggers Gout |Cherries to the Rescue!
If you have hypertension there is a better than even chance you are taking a diuretic. HCTZ is the most commonly prescribed. But hydrochlorothiazide triggers gout. The pain can be excruciating.
The Best Christmas Present Yet!
The Procrastinator's Challenge is Officially On! There are three days left to take advantage of our big holiday sale. It applies to everything in our store!
Doctors Battle Over High Cholesterol and Blood Pressure
Half the population of the United States has high cholesterol and blood pressure according to the official guidelines. Why is this so controversial?
Do You Have High Blood Pressure?
New guidelines define high blood pressure as any measurement at or above 130/80. Millions of Americans will meet that criterion.
Will You Experience Drug Shortages Because of Hurricane Maria?
Will you or someone you love experience drug shortages because of Hurricane Maria? Meds made in Puerto Rico could be affected. Find out if you're at risk.
Will Your Pain Pill Boost Your Blood Pressure?
Do you take an NSAID like ibuprofen or naproxen to ease your stiff joints and control your pain? Could it boost your blood pressure into the danger zone?
Low-Salt Food Tastes Blah: How Helpful Is It?
Do you like low-salt food? It is possible to train your taste buds to consume less. Humans have craved salt for millennia. Wars have been fought over salt.
How Did Grapefruit Lower Blood Pressure So Fast?
People either love or hate the bitter-sweet taste of grapefruit. Many think this fruit has special health benefits. Will grapefruit lower blood pressure?
Are You Cutting Back On Salt? Does It Matter?
Have you been cutting back on salt in the belief that it would be heart healthy? Many people have, but the salt story is complex and controversial.
Is It Risky to Reduce Salt in Your Diet?
How much should you reduce salt in your diet? One study shows that people who kept their sodium intake low for years ended up with high blood pressure.
Will White Coat Hypertension Make You a Pill Zombie?
Are you sure you have hypertension? Do you react to doctors or nurses with a spike in blood pressure? White coat hypertension is quite common.
Did Beet Juice Cause Vertigo by Lowering Blood Pressure?
Could beet juice cause vertigo and other side effects by dropping blood pressure too low, in conjunction with blood pressure pills?
What Is the Link Between Blood Pressure and Dementia?
The link between blood pressure and dementia changes with age. Hypertension in midlife increases the risk of cognitive decline, but older people do better with high blood pressure.
Can You Solve the Pretzel Mystery?
Here's the mystery: having one pretzel at bedtime resulted in better morning blood pressure. Could this be balancing the reader's need for sodium?
What Should You Do to Control Hypertension?
When blood pressure pills cause undesirable side effects, people look for ways to control hypertension without medications.
Can You Sidestep White Coat Hypertension with Delay?
To sidestep white-coat hypertension, measure blood pressure at home and change the timing of the blood pressure measurement to the end of the visit.
Can You Lower Blood Pressure with Olive Leaf Extract?
Olive leaf extract may offer an alternative to blood pressure medications. There is a possibility that it could cause psychological side effects.
Is Your Blood Pressure High in the Doctor’s Office?
When you find blood pressure high in the doctor's office but not at home, consider your other heart disease risk factors.
Can You Trust Wrist Blood Pressure Monitors?
Blood pressure measurement is far more complex than most people realize. Wrist monitors may seem convenient but Italian researchers found big problems.
How to Cut Back on Blood Pressure Medications
Lifestyle really can make a huge difference in many conditions, especially hypertension. Losing weight can reduce the need for blood pressure medications.
Why Should You Order Your Own Blood Tests?
Many doctors think it is a good thing that patients can monitor blood pressure and blood glucose at home. Should you be able to order your own blood tests?
Will a Low Salt Diet Increase Your Risk for A Heart Attack?
Have you ever been told to consume a low salt diet? Public health officials have insisted that everyone should cut back on sodium. Was this advice wrong?
Don’t let Blood Pressure Drugs Ruin Quality of Life
Many blood pressure drugs leave patients feeling fatigued, dizzy and depressed. Can hypertension be controlled without making people feel bad?
Pomegranate Extract Lowers Blood Pressure in Dialysis Patients
People on dialysis had lower blood pressure after taking pomegranate extract for six months compared to placebo.
Lower Blood Pressure Could Save Your Life But at What Cost?
The SPRINT study suggests everyone should get blood pressure below 120. What are the downsides to lower blood pressure? Can blood pressure go too low?
Patient Overcomes High Blood Pressure Without Lowering Salt
Recommendations to lower salt to reduce blood pressure and heart disease have little supporting data. Improving potassium levels may be quite helpful.
Drinking Hibiscus Tea Can Help Control Blood Pressure
Tasty hibiscus tea seems to have the power to help get elevated blood pressure under control. As a bonus, there don't appear to be bad side effects.
Hibiscus Tea Provides Amazing Blood Pressure Control
Could hibiscus tea fight high BP? One study found that three cups of hibiscus tea daily lowered systolic BP significantly, without unpleasant side effects.
Managing Blood Pressure Without Drugs
When a nonagenarian asks about managing blood pressure without drugs, we offer guidelines that anyone can follow for better health.
Too Much Licorice Could Be Deadly
Is licorice dangerous? This reader experienced very high blood pressure from too much licorice. Can you enjoy the health benefits from licorice with DGL?
Will Ginkgo Help Short Term Memory Problems?
Is there any evidence to support the benefit of Ginkgo biloba for memory and cognitive function? Can this herb overcome drugs that interfere with memory?
Lemon Water Lowered High Blood Pressure
Drinking lemon water can help with weight loss and other health goals.
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