Hypertension is a significant risk factor for cardiovascular disease and is also the second greatest health threat. So getting an accurate measurement of blood pressure is critical. But are we? Some experts are asking if we need to change how we measure it…

One of the biggest risk factors for heart disease, heart attack and stroke is high blood pressure. It’s also a risk factor you can take down by eating the right foods. We’ve created a short-cut list for you of the best veggies research says can lower each of these risks…

At 68 I can still touch my toes. That kind of flexibility not only helps me feel younger, there’s proof it lowers blood pressure. And since my goal is to live to 100, like my mom, research shows I’m on the right track. Here’s why flexibilty is linked to multiple benefits, including longevity…

Strokes are incredibly traumatic. And while they may seem to strike without warning, there are danger flares sent up by your body that can indicate a future stroke. High blood pressure is the obvious culprit, but depending on how long you’ve lived with it, your stroke risk is climbing…

As you age, you probably tend to worry about the health of two of your most important organs — your brain and your heart. That’s why we’re urged to exercise and eat right. But what if you’re over 65, is it too late? Not for a berry boost…

Maybe you’re traveling for vacation. Maybe for business. Either way, you may not think twice about enjoying a cocktail to unwind, unless you know about the risk that drink carries for your heart that it doesn’t when you’re on the ground…