high blood pressure
noun
: abnormally elevated blood pressure especially of the arteries
also
: hypertension
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About 32% of Madison residents had obesity and about 23% had high blood pressure.
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Maia Pandey, jsonline.com, 24 July 2025
Though there's more work to do to understand carrots' effect on blood pressure fully, here's what researchers know:
Helps prevent high blood pressure: Diets rich in fresh fruits and vegetables help prevent high blood pressure.
—Mark Gurarie, Verywell Health, 23 July 2025
Olive oil is a powerhouse and comes with many health benefits, such as fighting diabetes, boosting heart and gut health, strengthening bones, and reducing high blood pressure.
—Audrey Noble, Vogue, 21 July 2025
Experts found that both boys and Black children born to mothers with elevated PFAS levels were more likely to have high blood pressure than other kids.
—Sarah Scott, Parents, 17 July 2025
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Maia Pandey, jsonline.com, 24 July 2025
Though there's more work to do to understand carrots' effect on blood pressure fully, here's what researchers know:
Helps prevent high blood pressure: Diets rich in fresh fruits and vegetables help prevent high blood pressure.
—Mark Gurarie, Verywell Health, 23 July 2025
Olive oil is a powerhouse and comes with many health benefits, such as fighting diabetes, boosting heart and gut health, strengthening bones, and reducing high blood pressure.
—Audrey Noble, Vogue, 21 July 2025
Experts found that both boys and Black children born to mothers with elevated PFAS levels were more likely to have high blood pressure than other kids.
—Sarah Scott, Parents, 17 July 2025
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“High blood pressure.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/high%20blood%20pressure. Accessed 29 Jul. 2025.
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