high blood pressure
noun
: abnormally elevated blood pressure especially of the arteries
also
: hypertension
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What is considered high blood pressure can also vary by time of day.
—Heather Jones, Verywell Health, 1 Apr. 2026
For example, African Americans have higher rates of high blood pressure and heart disease, so regular screening and monitoring is crucial for this community.
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In a large 2018 study, people with high blood pressure who ate at least two servings of yogurt per week had a lower risk of heart disease, including heart attack and stroke, compared to those who rarely ate yogurt.
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Amelia Mugavero, CBS News, 1 Apr. 2026
What is considered high blood pressure can also vary by time of day.
—Heather Jones, Verywell Health, 1 Apr. 2026
For example, African Americans have higher rates of high blood pressure and heart disease, so regular screening and monitoring is crucial for this community.
—NBC news, 1 Apr. 2026
In a large 2018 study, people with high blood pressure who ate at least two servings of yogurt per week had a lower risk of heart disease, including heart attack and stroke, compared to those who rarely ate yogurt.
—Lindsey Desoto, Health, 1 Apr. 2026
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