Category Archives: Heart Health

New research shows how coronary calcium alone isn’t enough of an indicator of cardiovascular disease in people with other traditional risk factors. Among adults with no coronary artery calcium (CAC), those who smoke, have hypertension, or have diabetes have the highest risk of cardiovascular disease. The study published in the journal Circulation analyzed patient data ...click here to read more

With winter in full swing, experts are reminding people that shoveling snow could end in a heart attack if not careful. The most at risk are middle-aged people who ignore their pre-existing risks for heart attack. The cold weather and the physical work of shoveling can cause the arteries to spasm and constrict, so it ...click here to read more

Shoveling snow can be a necessary activity for those residing in the cold. But don’t let a picture-perfect coating of snow fool you: it can be deadly. A common component of life in many parts of the continent, shoveling snow can lead to heart attacks or sudden cardiac arrest in people with heart conditions, as ...click here to read more

Those who consume a high amount of olive oil may be at a lower risk of developing cardiovascular disease. A new study published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology has revealed new evidence suggesting that replacing 10 grams/day of margarine, butter, mayonnaise, and dairy fat with the equivalent amount of olive oil ...click here to read more

New research has revealed that marijuana users may be more at risk for a dangerous complication if they have a rare stroke called aneurysmal subarachnoid hemorrhage (aSAH). This relationship sees recent marijuana users as more than twice as likely to suffer these complications from a bleeding stroke. The study published in Stroke is the largest ...click here to read more

A new study has found that patients developing illnesses such as mental health and heart conditions have a higher rate of GP-inputted medical history of periodontal gum disease. This research helps build evidence of a relationship between a healthy mouth and the reduced risk of health complications. For the study, researchers analyzed the records of ...click here to read more

Many people like to indulge over the holiday season, but drinking too much could cause holiday heart syndrome, heart problems that cause a heartbeat abnormally. This condition, known as atrial fibrillation (AF), is often experienced as fluttering in the chest. Although it may not seem like much, if it continues for an extended period and ...click here to read more

New research has examined the risk of heart attack and stroke, and their connection to stress levels. Although many studies have been performed on this subject, this one was different in that stress levels were classified before cardiovascular events. Previous studies only determined stress levels in people who had already had a heart attack or ...click here to read more

The holidays are sold as a magical time for family and friends. But they can also be very hard on your heart. According to the American Heart Association (AHA), there are more heart attacks in the United States between Christmas and New Year’s Day than at any other time of the year. The holidays can ...click here to read more

Researchers are now suggesting that people who have insomnia or obstructive sleep apnea get tested for the probability of heart problems. A new study has found that people who have a sleep disorder are more likely to suffer from heart problems and are almost 50% more likely to die compared to those who don’t have ...click here to read more

Winter weather isn’t always inviting. Sure, a select few get excited when the snow falls, and they can hit the slopes, but skiing isn’t always the most accessible or inviting sport. Call me crazy, but barrelling down a tree-lined hill isn’t yanking me from the safety of my home. But other activities will. It’s important ...click here to read more

A new type of immune cell priming called trained immunity is helping researchers better understand heart health. Vascular events often begin with atherosclerosis, a condition in which fatty deposits and inflammation cause arteries to stiffen and narrow. Patients with atherosclerosis have fatty deposits or plaque that can build up over many years. When these deposits ...click here to read more

A high blood pressure diagnosis can make you think medicine is necessary and eternal. But it isn’t. Blood pressure is highly responsive to lifestyle, and certain controllable factors can lead to lower blood pressure. Living a heart-healthy lifestyle has the potential to reduce or manage blood pressure and may allow you to avoid, delay, or ...click here to read more

Taking 10,000 steps per day is a great goal. It’s a nice, round number that is easy to remember, but it can be a little daunting for some. But why has it become the benchmark for steps? Is it backed by scientific evidence or recommended by doctors or physical trainers? It sure isn’t. The 10,000 ...click here to read more