Category Archives: Heart Health

There’s a lot that goes into your blood pressure. That includes the food you eat. Most experts recommended a diet that’s high in fiber and healthy fats and low in processed food to manage or lower blood pressure. The effect of such a diet might work in a few ways: it may help you lose ...click here to read more

According to a new study, a diet rich in walnuts could help reduce bad cholesterol and lower the risk of cardiovascular disease. Low-density lipoprotein (LDL) or bad cholesterol was found to be lowered in people who consumed about ½ cup of walnuts every day for two years. The study, published in the American Heart Association ...click here to read more

There are no cutting corners when it comes to managing or lowering blood pressure. By the same token, you can easily eliminate or reduce the effects of one lifestyle measure by failing to embrace another. For example, going for a 30-minute walk every day might not have the effect you want if you’re eating a ...click here to read more

Millions of Americans live with a condition called atrial fibrillation, or a-fib. New research suggests if they start exercising more, it may make it a lot easier to live with. The study showed that when people with a-fib participated in a structured exercise program for 3.5 hours per week, they were less likely to experience ...click here to read more

A pecan-enriched diet has been found to reduce cholesterol in patients at risk for cardiovascular disease. A new study conducted by researchers in the UGA College of Family and Consumer Sciences has been able to link the consumption of pecans to significant improvements in total cholesterol, triglycerides, and low-density lipoprotein (LDL) or “bad” cholesterol. “This ...click here to read more

Blood clots can form in the legs for several reasons, and some folks have a higher risk than others. These clots can be painful and problematic, and if left untreated, they can lead to a severe outcome called pulmonary embolism. Pulmonary embolism (PE) is probably more common than you might think. More people die from ...click here to read more

High cholesterol is one of the leading contributors to high blood pressure and heart disease. The problem is that people don’t seem to understand it. There are two types of cholesterol: low-density lipoprotein, or LDL, and high-density lipoprotein, or HDL. LDL is considered “bad” cholesterol, whereas HDL is “good.” The difference is that one type ...click here to read more

New research has found a link between water and a reduced risk of heart failure. According to research presented at ESC Congress 2021, staying hydrated throughout life could reduce the risk of developing heart failure. Daily fluid intake recommendations range from 1.6 to 2.1 liters for women and 2 to 3 liters for men. However, ...click here to read more

For patients with atrial fibrillation, a new exercise program has been found to help restore normal heart rhythm. This specialized six-month exercise program was presented at ESC Congress 2021. This exciting new lifestyle treatment suggests that some patients can control their arrhythmia through physical activity, eliminating the need for complex interventions such as medications or ...click here to read more

New research suggests that widespread pain is linked to a heightened risk of all types of dementia and stroke. The study, published in the journal Regional Anesthesia & Pain Medicine, has found that the association is independent of any influential factors such as age, lifestyle, and general health. As a common subtype of chronic pain, ...click here to read more

Slow and steady wins the race. It seems like this is true no matter what you’re doing. Trying to move fast – with anything – generally means cutting corners or acting unsustainably. Fast results are enticing but very tiring. It can mean a lot of grasping at straws and a lot of unknowns. When you ...click here to read more

Many studies have shown that heart health can depend a lot on diet, exercise and sleep patterns. Although research has shown the beneficial interaction between the brain, lifestyle, and cardiovascular health, what is not known is how exactly these factors affect other bodily functions. Genetics do play an important role in cardiovascular health. Still, as ...click here to read more

The benefits of alcohol for heart health are not all equal, according to a new study. Researchers from the University of Adelaide have shown that drinking less than six standard glasses of alcohol a week is associated with a lowered risk of developing atrial fibrillation. However, not all of this alcohol is created equal. Atrial ...click here to read more

People, and particularly women, shrink as they get older. This shrinkage, however, could lead to an increased risk for heart disease. A recent study from Scandinavia has found that height loss in women is associated with an increased risk of death from heart attacks and stroke. But it mattered how much height loss occurred. Most ...click here to read more