Beta-Blockers Not Best for High Blood Pressure

 
High Blood Pressure NEWS AND VIEWS
October 27, 2008
A class of drugs once widely used to lower blood pressure -- beta-blockers -- may actually lead to heart problems, a study concludes.  Read more>
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Research presented at a recent scientific conference suggests that Benicar, a drug used to treat high blood pressure, may also help reduce the buildup of artery plaque.  Read more>
Though women have condition more often, men suffer side effects twice as much, study says  Read more>
 
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Do you know how certain minerals (from everyday foods) affect your blood pressure? Get the facts here with dietitian Lisa Nelson's quick and easy blood pressure quiz.
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The collagen in chicken is being researched for use as a blood pressure medication, with actions similar to ACE inhibitors (i.e. lisinopril). Read more>

 

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