Many people believe moderate drinking is harmless, but growing evidence suggests alcohol may have a bigger impact on blood pressure and heart health than most realize.

Note: While research on alcohol is evolving, the World Health Organization says drinking less or not at all is better for your health. If you have obesity and high blood pressure, you may wonder ...

It usually starts small. A routine check-up, a quick blood pressure reading, and then that slight pause from the doctor: “It’s a bit high.” Suddenly, habits that felt harmless don’t seem so harmless; ...

Alcohol intake—even moderate—can influence blood pressure in the short and long term. When you quit alcohol, you may reduce the need for medications and the risk for cardiac events. It can also ...

Light-to-moderate alcohol consumption is associated with increases in blood pressure (BP) and stopping drinking—even drinking less—may lead to clinically meaningful BP reductions, according to a study ...

(CNN) — The next time you get your blood pressure checked, expect your medical provider to be a bit more aggressive about high levels. And if you like a glass of wine with dinner or a cocktail on the ...

High blood pressure is a silent killer, experts warn, and nearly half of U.S. adults are at risk. Leading health groups say it’s best to act sooner rather than later to prevent long-term damage — and ...

The combination of alcohol plus cabin pressure at cruising altitude may threaten sleeping plane passengers' heart health, particularly on long haul flights, suggests the first study of its kind, ...

Those partial to a pint may be relieved to know a modest of amount of weak beer may actually be beneficial ...