http://www.articlesphere.com/Category/High-Blood-Pressure/517 High Blood Pressure articles from Find Articles at ArticleSphere.com Rss Follow Up Mon, 06 Oct 2008 08:58:21 -0700 High blood pressure is a condition where the blood pressure is more than normal. It is also known as hypertension. Heart pumps out blood, so that oxygen can reach to different parts of the body via blood. The pressure with which heart pumps blood is known as blood pressure. The blood pressure comprises of two measures, the systolic pressure and diastolic pressure. http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/Having-High-Blood-Pressure-in-Adolescents/159186 Fri, 08 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/Having-High-Blood-Pressure-in-Adolescents/159186 During my childhood and teenager years I ate fruits and vegetables because my mother told me I had to eat them. After I left my parents house, I kept eating various fruits and vegetables on a regular basis because I was used to do it (not a bad reason in this particular case). However, when I moved from my hometown in Spain to the United States, I decided that I was too busy to eat fruits and vegetables. I was always in a rush. So a piece of Kentucky Fried Chicken and a biscuit for lunch became the norm. http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/Mediterranean-Diet--How-Fruits-and-Vegetables-Maintains-Your-Blood-Pressure-Low/151192 Tue, 01 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/Mediterranean-Diet--How-Fruits-and-Vegetables-Maintains-Your-Blood-Pressure-Low/151192 Hypertension is the health condition in which blood pressure gets higher than normal. It is a common problem especially with working class people associated with stressful working atmosphere. It may occur in many forms and its symptoms do not show until the condition becomes serious and requires medical intervention. More than normal pressure against blood vessels walls due to tension or any other problem persist for around weeks or months then it is diagnosed as hypertension. http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/Common-causes-and-symptoms-of-Hypertension/150842 Sun, 29 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/Common-causes-and-symptoms-of-Hypertension/150842 Hypertension can be classified either essential (primary) or secondary. Essential hypertension indicates that no specific medical cause can be found to explain a patient's condition. Secondary hypertension indicates that the high blood pressure is a result of (i.e., secondary to) another condition, such as kidney disease or tumours (pheochromocytoma and paraganglioma). Persistent hypertension is one of the risk factors for strokes, heart attacks, heart failure and arterial aneurysm, and is a leading cause of chronic renal failure. http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/Causes-Of-Hypertension/150086 Thu, 26 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/Causes-Of-Hypertension/150086 Hypertension is referred to as essential (primary) when the doctor is unable to identify a specific cause. It is by far the most common type of high blood pressure. http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/High-Blood-Pressure-/144721 Tue, 03 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/High-Blood-Pressure-/144721 High Blood Pressure, also called Hypertension, can be very dangerous because there may be little or no symptoms at all in the beginning, which can be a serious concern as it can result in long term complications. Blood pressure should be checked regularly. Anything above 140/90 is considered to be high blood pressure and could lead to heart disease. http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/High-Blood-Pressure--Symptoms-and-Protection/143117 Tue, 27 May 2008 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/High-Blood-Pressure--Symptoms-and-Protection/143117 Blood pressure can be very difficult to regulate but by doing a home blood pressure test on a regular basis and keeping an accurate blood pressure log, then this will help you in understanding the overall health of your body. http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/Home-Blood-Pressure-Test-Variations-and-the-Importance-of-Keeping-a-Blood-Pressure-Log/136380 Sat, 26 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/Home-Blood-Pressure-Test-Variations-and-the-Importance-of-Keeping-a-Blood-Pressure-Log/136380 Again be patient and stick with it, and remember that there is no remedy to quickly lower blood pressure safely, it is all about taking it slowly. A steady regime of moderate exercise, a few dietary changes and eating foods that lower blood pressure will help in lowering blood pressure naturally and above all safely. http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/Lowering-Blood-Pressure-Naturally-With-Moderate-Exercise-And-Some-Simple-Diet-Changes/135633 Wed, 23 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/Lowering-Blood-Pressure-Naturally-With-Moderate-Exercise-And-Some-Simple-Diet-Changes/135633 By using these simple tips on diet and exercise you will be well on your way to achieving a more normal range blood pressure level and also help reduce high blood pressure in the future. http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/Tips-On-How-To-Lower-High-Blood-Pressure/134403 Wed, 16 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/Tips-On-How-To-Lower-High-Blood-Pressure/134403 Blood sugar concentration, or glucose level, is tightly regulated in the human body. Normally, the blood glucose level is maintained between about 4 and 6 mmol/L (70 to 100 mg/dL). The total measurement of glucose in the circulating blood is therefore about 3.3 to 7g (assuming an ordinary adult blood volume of 5 liters). Glucose levels rise after meals and are usually lowest in the morning, before the first meal of the day. http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/Blood-Sugar---Symptoms-of-Blood-Sugar/131238 Wed, 19 Mar 2008 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/Blood-Sugar---Symptoms-of-Blood-Sugar/131238 Of late, Ive been having a bad dose of luck as far as my health is concerned. Fatigue, stress and a unhealthy lifestyle have been taking a toll on my health. http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/Warning--Digital-Blood-Pressure-Monitors-Could-Show-Indications-of-Erroneous-Readings---/128201 Tue, 04 Mar 2008 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/Warning--Digital-Blood-Pressure-Monitors-Could-Show-Indications-of-Erroneous-Readings---/128201 Have you ever felt your heart to be pumping so hard especially when you are at the height of extreme emotions like anger or happiness? Have you ever felt a sudden rush of blood when you are nervous or excited? Are these conditions related to hypertension? http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/Hypertension---Symptoms--Complications-of-This-Silent-Killer/126467 Fri, 22 Feb 2008 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/Hypertension---Symptoms--Complications-of-This-Silent-Killer/126467 While high blood pressure or hypertension is a serious health concern, there's good news. No matter what your age or physical condition be, there are things you can do to avert high blood pressure. http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/High-Blood-Pressure---How-to-Lower-it-With-Diet-and-Exercise/126348 Thu, 21 Feb 2008 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/High-Blood-Pressure---How-to-Lower-it-With-Diet-and-Exercise/126348 In today's fast moving high tech world, every second man is suffering from stress and tension. Owing to the hectic work schedule, it is quite obvious that he is very likely to face medical problems like high blood pressure or low blood pressure. These problems if not taken care of straight in the beginning can take serious shape in future. It is these minor problems that later on come in the form of strokes, heart attacks, kidney failures, brain or eye damage, and so on. So it becomes very important for all of us to possess enough information about blood pressure. http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/Tips-to-Control-Blood-Pressure/123003 Fri, 25 Jan 2008 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/Tips-to-Control-Blood-Pressure/123003 You can take steps to prevent high blood pressure by adopting a healthy lifestyle. http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/Popular-High-Blood-Pressure-Prevention-Tips/112784 Thu, 15 Nov 2007 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/Popular-High-Blood-Pressure-Prevention-Tips/112784 There are three main diseases caused by high blood pressure. They are each life threatening and they may or may not have any symptoms other than you having high blood pressure. Many drug stores and grocery stories have blood pressure monitoring machines available to the general public for free. You should check you blood pressure every time you have you see one of these machines. http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/Diseases-Caused-By-High-Blood-Pressure/112721 Wed, 14 Nov 2007 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/Diseases-Caused-By-High-Blood-Pressure/112721 Get the basics about hypertension -- what normal blood pressure is, and what causes high blood pressure. http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/Popular-Home-Remedies-For-Hypertension---Try-It-Once/111380 Mon, 05 Nov 2007 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/Popular-Home-Remedies-For-Hypertension---Try-It-Once/111380 High blood pressure: About one out of every four Americans suffers from it. Heart attack, stroke, and heart disease are strongly linked to this condition. Are are suffering from this condition? Following a high blood pressure diet can help you control it effectively. You can help naturally lower your blood pressure as well as your risk for other conditions by eating certain foods and avoiding others. http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/High-Blood-Pressure-Diet---More-Important-Than-You-Think/109726 Fri, 26 Oct 2007 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/High-Blood-Pressure-Diet---More-Important-Than-You-Think/109726 High blood pressure is a very serious condition. However, provided it is diagnosed early it can be managed in a number of ways. In this article I outline how improving your diet, improving your lifestyle and using herbal remedies can help you manage high blood pressure. http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/Four-Methods-to-Manage-your-High-Blood-Pressure/108435 Fri, 19 Oct 2007 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/Four-Methods-to-Manage-your-High-Blood-Pressure/108435 As far as partners go, caffeine and high blood pressure are as incompatible as oil is to water. This article outlines the dangers of mixing caffeine with high blood pressure. http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/Mixing-High-Blood-Pressure-and-Caffeine---A-Definite-No-no/102644 Sun, 16 Sep 2007 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/Mixing-High-Blood-Pressure-and-Caffeine---A-Definite-No-no/102644 According to the American Heart Association, an estimated one in three U.S. adults have high blood pressure, also known as hypertension, and an alarming one-third of those don't even know they have it. It's no wonder this condition has long been called the silent killer. http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/Safe-Alternative-Treatment-for-High-Blood-Pressure-Part-1/97324 Wed, 18 Jul 2007 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/Safe-Alternative-Treatment-for-High-Blood-Pressure-Part-1/97324 One of the more common treatments for high blood pressure are ACE inhibitors. When your kidneys detect low blood pressure, they release an enzyme called renin, which stimulates the formation of a protein called angiotensin I. http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/Natural-Therapy-for-Maintaining-Healthy-Blood-Pressure-Part-2/97299 Wed, 18 Jul 2007 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/Natural-Therapy-for-Maintaining-Healthy-Blood-Pressure-Part-2/97299 While there are many common pharmaceutical treatments for high blood pressure including beta blockers and A.C.E. inhibitors there are some very effective alternatives including pomegranate juice, passion flower and physical exercise. http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/Natural-Therapy-for-Maintaining-Healthy-Blood-Pressure-Part-3/97277 Wed, 18 Jul 2007 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/Natural-Therapy-for-Maintaining-Healthy-Blood-Pressure-Part-3/97277 If you are using a blood pressure monitor at home it is important that it is used correctly to get consistently accurate readings. Here are some tips to help you achieve that. http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/Blood-Pressure-Monitors---More-Tips-For-Accurate-Readings/94908 Thu, 05 Jul 2007 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/Blood-Pressure-Monitors---More-Tips-For-Accurate-Readings/94908 A lot of times people do not realize they have high blood pressure because symptoms are not always noticeable. http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/Blood-Pressure-Support---Diastolic-or-Systolic--which-is-the-greater-risk-/93513 Thu, 28 Jun 2007 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.articlesphere.com/Article/Blood-Pressure-Support---Diastolic-or-Systolic--which-is-the-greater-risk-/93513