Hypertension is becoming a growing problem in the U.S. today. But it’s alarming to know that this not only pertains to adults but to children as well. Hospitals have noticed a dramatic increase in hospital confinement for children with hypertension over the past decade from 1997-2006. According to the CDC (Center for Disease Control and […]

Hypertension or high blood pressure results from a higher-than-normal pressure in the arteries. There are several factors that may cause this condition, including smoking, being overweight, high salt in the diet, excessive alcohol intake, and many others. Having a blood pressure reading above 140/90 is considered high. This condition can add stress to the heart […]