Heidi Cope is a health and science writer based in Fort Worth, Texas. She often writes long-form, informational content about health, wellness, and disability, and enjoys interviewing healthcare ...

Patients who start their blood pressure treatment with angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB) drugs continue with the same medicine to a greater extent than patients who start out with other drugs.

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Routine exercise lowers blood pressure by strengthening the heart, increasing the number and elasticity of blood vessels, and reducing cholesterol and blood sugar levels that can damage arteries. By ...

Drinking alcohol can cause temporary increases in blood pressure for several hours. Regular alcohol use can lead to long-term high blood pressure. Alcohol is a diuretic and can cause dehydration and ...