All news on the topic: Blood pressure

Mary Watkins, 42, from Crowborough, East Sussex was determined to lose weight to protect her sons from being bullied - she now aims to become a Slimming World Consultant

It's been claimed apple cider vinegar can do everything from help you lower your blood pressure to fight bacteria, and now a new study has said it can also help you lose weight

Morgan Allen from Detroit, US, was seconds away from undergoing a laparoscopy to remove endometriosis tissue after struggling with her fertility when a doctor rushed in to tell he she was already pregnant

Morgan Allen, 28, discovered she was pregnant just moments before she was due to undergo surgery to remove endometriosis - and now is the proud mum to two daughters

More than four million people in England alone are thought to be living with high blood pressure without knowing it - and this can develop into serious illnesses

Footballer Graeme Souness and TV star Gloria Hunniford are taking part in a new NHS campaign urging people to check their blood pressure and protect against an illness that can lead to heart attacks and strokes

For years, after losing four babies in early pregnancy and nearly dying as a result, Mothering Sunday was a real struggle as Zoe Thomas faced the heart-rending prospect of never becoming a parent

And of those who have tried a diet pill or injection without consulting a doctor, almost a quarter were able to buy these through social media, research has found

Magnesium is an essential nutrient that plays a role in many functions of the body, including protein synthesis, muscle and nerve function, blood glucose control and blood pressure regulation

Breaking free from nicotine addiction is not easy - but once you stop smoking your body and mind will begin to heal quicker than you might think, says an expert

Whilst most types of liver disease don't cause any side-effects in the early stages, a little-known symptom can present itself when the liver has become damaged and scarred

Liquorice has been used in traditional medicine for centuries and continues to boost health. The plant it comes from, Glycyrrhiza glabra, is native to Western Asia, North Africa, and Southern Europe

Almost half of all dementia cases are preventable, according to recent research. They are triggered by 12 lifestyle factors - each of which increases the risk, suggests the study.

An ancient yogi breathing exercise has become increasingly popular online over recent years, with claims it can help you nod off in no time. Here's how to try it for yourself and what the science actually says

From delicious meals to make at home to the free and potentially lifesaving blood pressure check, start looking after your heart here

Vaping may be better than smoking standard cigarettes - but it's certainly not risk-free. The Mirror spoke with two doctors to explain what exactly happens to your body when you hit on your vape

If symptoms are severe, surgery may be needed to repair or replace the diseased valve, and it can be done as open-heart surgery or there is minimally invasive heart surgery

Blood pressure checks have become more vital to prevent conditions such as strokes and heart attacks. But there are four food changes which can be made to reduce the risk of high readings

People in Britain have smoked tobacco for centuries and the stark health impacts are undeniable. But what about the more recent e-cigarettes? Speaking to experts, charities and those who've suffered misery first-hand, The Mirror looks behind the headlines to examine if vaping really is as safe as experts say

Having high blood pressure can cause strokes and heart attacks and other conditions such as vascular dementia or cardiovascular disease can also follow in later life. Getting it checked can save your life

A dermatologist has warned a subtle sign on your skin could indicate you have high blood sugar and diabetes - and says thickened or swollen areas could be a cause for concern

There are five crucial health numbers that doctors recommend we keep an eye on - as falling outside of a healthy range of each of these vital health measurements may have detrimental impacts on our health

High blood pressure is known as a 'silent killer' because it doesn't cause symptoms, and it can lead to worrying health problems. Luckily, there are things you can do to lower your risk

A ground-breaking study found promising results when analysing whether taking Viagra - commonly used for erectile dysfunction - could also cut the risk of developing Alzheimer's disease. But, who can and can't take the little blue pill?

The patient, who wasn't identified, caught a bug after his dog licked him, leaving him with developed pneumonia and sepsis as a result - but fortunately, he made a "good recovery" six months later