Almost half of adults in America—about 108 million people—have hypertension. Hypertension, which is also known as high blood ...

Hypertension or high blood pressure can have a significant impact on kidney function, much before clinical symptoms begin to appear, according to a study that stressed the importance of early ...

With chronic kidney disease, your kidneys are so damaged they can't filter waste from your blood. This common but serious health condition can lead to kidney failure, stroke, and heart disease.

One big concern is that people with CKD are more likely to develop heart and blood vessel problems. This is known as ...

Eating bananas is an effective way to lower blood pressure. They are rich in potassium, a mineral that helps balance sodium levels in the body.