Category Archives: Heart Health

Lowering blood pressure can be beneficial in more ways than one, and recent research has revealed yet another important reason to watch our diet and stay active: mental health. In a new study on the impact of cardiovascular health, researchers found that people with high blood pressure may face an increased risk for poorer psychological ...click here to read more

According to new research, it appears that adhering to a set of heart health metrics may hold the key to living a longer life. In fact, people who strongly adhere to these metrics may live close to a decade longer than those who do not follow them. While this may sound daunting and difficult to ...click here to read more

High blood pressure is a condition that affects millions of people worldwide, and recent studies have shown that it can have a long-term impact on brain health. While it’s normal for blood pressure to rise with age, research suggests that high blood pressure in your 30s can have serious consequences in later life. In fact, ...click here to read more

You may have heard of the gut-brain axis and how the microbial makeup in your gut can influence thinking and energy. But have you ever heard of the gut-heart axis? There has been plenty of research in the past decade or so about how gut health may impact overall health. That data shows that a ...click here to read more

According to recent studies, eating a handful of blueberries daily may help with improved brain function and lowering blood pressure. Increasing numbers of scientific studies are indicating that incorporating blueberries into your diet could be an easy way to make positive changes for your long-term health. In today’s post, we will go through the potential ...click here to read more

Plenty of research from recent years shows a strong link between sleep duration, quality, and heart health. A new study shows that people who suffer from insomnia or get too much sleep are more likely to have a heart attack than those who get a good night’s sleep. The study showed that people with insomnia ...click here to read more

New research now suggests that women experience more long-term anxiety than men after a cardiac arrest. In fact, findings from a recent study indicate that after experiencing a cardiac arrest, with no differences related to other conditions such as hypertension or diabetes female patients were more likely to develop psychological distress than their male counterparts. ...click here to read more

High blood pressure doesn’t discriminate. It affects men and women of all ages, sizes, and backgrounds. Long-term high blood pressure can lead to serious health problems such as stroke, heart disease, and death. Fortunately, a new study has found that there are simple steps anyone can take to maintain their health even when struggling with ...click here to read more

For people living with heart failure, exercise can be both a blessing and a curse—it can potentially improve quality of life but exerting oneself when suffering from such an ailment can seem daunting. However, despite being scared of physical activity due to any onset of fatigue that may occur, it turns out exercise could be ...click here to read more

Maintaining heart health is essential to enjoy life and stay active. Eating right can play a major role in preventing heart disease, one of the most common ailments among adults today. While many foods can help support cardiovascular health, some of the best are surprisingly simple: nuts and seeds! These crunchy snacks provide a wealth ...click here to read more

Although high blood pressure is known as the silent killer because it can contribute to heart disease and more, it may be louder than you think. In fact, there are a few indicators that you can explore, monitor, and manipulate to improve heart health. Each of them can let you know how good of a ...click here to read more

If sleeping is difficult, you may be at a higher risk for clogged arteries. New research suggests that inadequate sleep could seriously affect your health by raising your risk of developing peripheral artery disease (PAD) by 74%. This serious condition is associated with cardiovascular diseases like stroke and heart attack. In this blog post, we’ll ...click here to read more

As we age, reducing the risk for major illnesses like Alzheimer’s disease or high cholesterol may seem daunting, but simple dietary changes can have a profound effect. One pantry staple that acts as a preventative and curative powerhouse is olive oil. Recent studies have indicated its potential to reduce the risks associated with Alzheimer’s disease ...click here to read more

It’s become common knowledge that lifestyle interventions like exercise, a healthy diet, and quality sleep are important in helping people manage type-2 diabetes. Now there is emerging research suggesting that mind-body practices, like yoga, qigong, mindfulness meditation, guided imagery, and more, may also help manage the condition. An analysis of multiple studies published in the ...click here to read more