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Up to 5 Cups of Coffee a Day Is Generally Safe and May Even Lower Heart Disease Risk
Up to 400 milligrams of caffeine a day from regularly brewed coffee is safe for most adults and may offer some protection for your heart, according to a new Scientific Statement from the American Heart Association.
The Best Vegetables for Your Heart May Depend on Your Sex
A study of more than 600 young adults found men who ate more legumes and women who ate more cruciferous vegetables had lower odds of multiple early risk factors linked to heart disease and type 2 diabetes.
Feeling Sleepy During the Day? It Could Be a Warning Sign for High Blood Pressure
A new study finds adults who experience excessive daytime sleepiness—especially those who also have trouble falling asleep at night—face a significantly higher risk of having or developing high blood pressure.
These Plant-Based Foods May Help Lower Your Risk of High Blood Pressure
A new study finds people who eat more beans, lentils and tofu have a significantly lower risk of developing high blood pressure.
High Blood Pressure Deaths On the Rise in Younger Women
A new study finds deaths from heart disease related to high blood pressure have quadrupled over the past two decades in young women.
Early Morning Workouts May Be Best for Your Heart — Especially Around 7 a.m.
A new study suggests people who exercise in the early morning have lower risks of coronary artery disease, high blood pressure, diabetes and obesity.
Hidden Salt in Tap Water May Raise Blood Pressure
A new study links higher salt levels in tap water to increased blood pressure and a greater risk of hypertension.
Early Exposure to Air Pollution May Raise Childhood Blood Pressure
A new study finds children exposed to fine particulate matter during pregnancy and early childhood are more likely to have higher blood pressure from ages 5 to 12.
Nicotine in Any Form Can Raise Blood Pressure
A major new study finds nicotine products, including vapes, pouches and cigarettes, can damage the heart. And researchers say the risk is real for both users and non-users exposed to secondhand smoke or vape.
Study: Going to Bed at the Same Time Each Night Lowers Blood Pressure
A new study finds having a consistent bedtime significantly lowers blood pressure, especially at night.
High Blood Pressure Rates in Children and Teens Have Nearly Doubled
A new study finds an “alarming” rise in high blood pressure in young people under the age of 19 that’s driven largely by childhood obesity.
High Blood Pressure in Kids Linked to Serious Heart Risks Later in Life
Kids with high blood pressure face a much greater risk of dying from heart disease by their mid 50s, a new study finds.