High blood pressure puts a strain on the heart. It can cause the arteries to harden (atherosclerosis), increasing the risk of ...

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Lindsay Curtis is a health & medical writer in South Florida. She worked as a communications professional for health nonprofits and the University of Toronto’s Faculty of Medicine and Faculty of ...

Every time you visit your doctor, one of the first things they do is take your blood pressure. Blood pressure is a crucial part of cardiovascular health and is one of the best ways for doctors to ...

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Green tea can help lower blood pressure when consumed regularly. Learn how often and how much to drink to reap the blood pressure benefits.