New recommendations and research on beverage choices and diet changes are available for patients suffering from hypertension.

Mar 2, 2010 - Adam Fonseca

Research from Johns Hopkins shows dark chocolate could protect the brain from stroke damage. Epicatechin in chocolate uses neural pathways to shield cells.

May 18, 2010 - Sue Cartledge

Recent review of scientific data suggests that increased chocolate consumption may decrease the risk for strokes. Flavonoids in chocolate offer protection against strokes

Feb 22, 2010 - Maryann Gromisch

A medical study involving the Kuna indians of Panama proves that some forms of chocolate can lower high blood pressure significantly, preventing heart disease and stroke.

Mar 19, 2010 - Angie Kampanella

It seems impossible that such a tasty treat can benefit the human heart. But dark chocolate has friends in high places.

Nov 10, 2009 - Bryan Jackson

A new study suggests that people who regularly eat chocolate are more likely to recover from a heart attack, and the more chocolate they eat, the healthier they become

Sep 15, 2009 - Sue Cartledge

Previous research has shown the benefits of eating dark chocolate. New studies show added benefits for teeth, the brain, and the heart.

Jan 16, 2010 - Vivian Wright

Chocolate is often seen as a luxury or a treat but dark chocolate actually contains some essential ingredients necessary for a healthy balanced diet.

Sep 28, 2010 - Dave Corby

Good news for chocolate lovers - dark chocolate is a healthy choice. Rich in flavor, but also antioxidants, dark chocolate has unique health benefits.

Jun 8, 2010 - Brenna Coleman

Dark chocolate is healthy chocolate. High-quality, nutritious dark chocolate provides a host of health benefits from nutritional to medicinal.

Aug 19, 2010 - Sara McGrath

Some fruits may be better than others when it comes to lowering the risk of stroke. Find out what new research shows about white fruits and stroke risk.

Sep 19, 2011 - Kristie Leong

Cocoa has been used medicinally for thousands of years. Learn about its uses in hypertension, cholesterol, coagulation and prevention of heart disease.

Jul 23, 2010 - Katrin Holt

Dark chocolate covered almonds taste heavenly, but could they possibly be healthy? Find out the answer.

Mar 18, 2010 - Kristie Leong

Dark chocolate is full of antioxidants, helps prevent heart disease and cancer, aids in dental health, relaxes smooth muscle and has a calming effect.

Feb 13, 2011 - Lynn Lamb

High blood pressure or hypertension leads to cardiovascular diseases such as stroke, heart attack and more. Use these five simple steps to control high blood pressure.

Apr 14, 2009 - Jeanne Grunert

The greatest gift of all is a gift straight from the heart to the heart. The fact that the gifts offer pure pleasure and enjoyment are heart felt bonuses.

Feb 9, 2011 - Brenda K. Oswalt

Observational and controlled clinical trials continue to show an association between a healthy lifestyle and a reduced risk of cardiovascular disease in all populations.

Mar 1, 2009 - Stephen Allen Christensen

Could your pet have high blood pressure? Hypertension is a silent danger in pets common with kidney disease, Cushings, diabetes, and feline hyperthyroidism.

Feb 19, 2011 - Amy Haase

Functional chocolate is big business. In 2002 it was worth $141.5 million; in 2009 $371.9 million and by 2012, $460.3 million, according to Euromonitor.

Mar 15, 2010 - Ruth Winter

Eating chocolate may be beneficial to your health. Some studies have found that it may help protect against stroke and lower the risk of heart attack.

Dec 26, 2010 - Sara O'Connor