Checking your blood pressure at home or a local pharmacy can be an effective way to stay proactive about your heart health.

A Johns Hopkins study reveals slight arm-position changes during blood pressure tests can falsely elevate readings.

Scientists say that arm position can make a difference during blood pressure readings. A recent trial at Johns Hopkins found slightly lower blood pressure numbers when a person’s arm is lying on a ...

Studies show walking is an easy and effective way to prevent and manage blood pressure, and can reduce your risk of ...

Researchers have shown, for the first time, that speckle contrast optical spectroscopy (SCOS) can be used for cuffless blood ...

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), a normal blood pressure reading is less than 120/80 millimeters of mercury (mm Hg). This includes a systolic pressure reading ...

Learn how fruits like bananas, oranges, and kiwis can support healthy blood pressure thanks to their high potassium content ...

Hibiscus, ginger, garlic, cinnamon, and other herbs may help lower blood pressure naturally. Practical tips can help you add them to your routine.

Bananas are nutrient gold mines when it comes to better blood pressure, says Natalie Rizzo, M.S., RDN. For starters, she says, bananas are a good source of potassium.

If you have high blood pressure, getting regular exercise is important -- and your Apple Watch makes it easy to check it.