Category Archives: Heart Health

If your car is in bad shape, you generally don’t want to put the pedal to the metal. It’s a good thing your body isn’t a car. The body-to-car comparisons generally work. But not when it comes to blood pressure. Sometimes running your body hard can have significant long-term effects on overall health. If you’re ...click here to read more

There’s no doubt you’re trying your hardest to rescue your heart from a dangerous future. But it’s hard. Heart-healthy meals aren’t exactly filling. Leafy greens and fruits may taste delicious and leave you feeling good, but they also leave you feeling something else: hungry. These items, even with their high-fiber content, aren’t exactly filling. But ...click here to read more

High blood pressure may become a problem among adults with type 2 diabetes who consume eight or more alcoholic drinks per week. According to a new study published in the Journal of the American Heart Association, heavy alcohol consumption may be linked to a risk of hypertension in those with type 2 diabetes. Study author ...click here to read more

Your muscles support you in virtually everything you do. So, why aren’t you supporting them? Muscle building is often viewed as a specialty hobby—something practiced by athletes or those who want to grow really big or lift heavy weights. But that perception couldn’t be more wrong. Building strength and muscle is crucial to good health, ...click here to read more

New research has found an association between disrupted sleep, high blood pressure, and the gut microbiome. The study, which is the first of its kind from the University of Illinois Chicago, used rats to find a link between the three health issues. For the study, researchers aimed to find a relationship between sleep disruption and ...click here to read more

Fat is confusing stuff, especially if you’re trying to manage cholesterol. On the one hand, fat has all kinds of negative connotations. But not all fat is created equal. Some fats can help manage or reduce cholesterol. Others can make it worse. Some might do nothing at all. Cutting out fat completely is likely both ...click here to read more

New research has found that people who use regular telemonitoring of high blood pressure were about half as likely to have a heart attack or stroke compared to those who receive just routine primary care. The research published in the American Heart Association journal Hypertension believes regular telemonitoring would be beneficial for all patients with ...click here to read more

New research from Greece suggests that vegetarian diets may not equal greater health, as previous studies had originally found. This unique study examined the type of plant-based foods and the total overall amount consumed compared to the health benefits associated with each. “Our study highlights the variable nutritional quality of plant foods,” said author Dr. ...click here to read more

If you’ve got coronary artery disease, you might feel like it’s inescapable; that it will be something that defines your life for eternity. But you can rescue your ailing heart. Coronary artery disease comes from the accumulation of cholesterol plaque along the arterial walls, a condition called atherosclerosis. The diseases make it difficult for blood ...click here to read more

Exercise rarely looks easy. Athletes gasp for air during breaks, and joggers go huffing and puffing past you. No pain, no gain, right? Isn’t it called working out? But what is a normal feeling while exercising? Should your heart be racing during a workout? Not necessarily. Sometimes your body needs to tell you to slow ...click here to read more

Following a healthy lifestyle for cardiovascular health may also benefit eye health, according to a new study published in the American Journal of Medicine. Researchers believe that interventions that can prevent cardiovascular diseases may also hold promise in preventing ocular diseases, especially diabetic retinopathy. Previous studies have found associations between eye diseases and individual lifestyle ...click here to read more

I’ve never been a big fan of the “fake it till you make it” mentality. Nodding and smiling when you want to shake your head or walk away can be unbearable at times. But a new study is showing it could have big benefits for your brain. New research from the University of South Australia ...click here to read more

There’s little question that statins can help control cholesterol. But that can come at a price. Yes, they can reduce heart attack and stroke risk, but they may also come with some unwanted side effects. Coenzyme Q10, or CoQ10, might help. If you’ve noticed that you don’t have the strength and energy you had before ...click here to read more

Peripheral artery disease (PAD) can be a painful and risky ordeal. Coming back from it is no easy task, and how you approach recovery can have a significant influence on your risk of heart disease-related death or illness. A new study is drawing a close distinction between a person’s mental state and their ability to ...click here to read more