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Category Archives: Heart Health

Dietary Salt Intake Leads to Higher Risk for Cardiovascular Disease: Study

Cardiovascular pressure, also known as blood pressure, may be influenced by dietary salt, putting people at a higher risk for cardiovascular disease and death. A new study from Vanderbilt University has discovered that activation of the NLRP3 inflammasome (a protein complex involved in the inflammatory response) in immune cells can contribute to salt-sensitive hypertension. The ...click here to read more

Sleep-Disordered Breathing Associated with Cardiac Arrhythmias: Study

New information from the American Heart Association (AHA) has provided new important guidelines about sleep-disordered breathing (SDB) and cardiac arrhythmias. SBD is often undiagnosed, but new research shows how it may be associated with developing cardiac arrhythmia. Approximately 1 billion people suffer from SDB worldwide. Alterations in breathing during sleep characterize the condition. Previous studies ...click here to read more

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Measuring Blood Pressure in Both Arms May Improve Hypertension and Cardiovascular Disease Diagnosis: Study

It’s been known for a while that high blood pressure is best detected by taking readings from both arms, but a recent study has provided evidence to suggest it may also help to diagnose hypertension and cardiovascular disease. The study showed that when diagnosing hypertension, using blood pressure measurements from both arms resulted in more ...click here to read more

Bananas Can Give a Healthful Boost to Your Heart

Bananas are known for their sweetness. If you ask me, they basically taste like candy. But don’t let that fool you: these long yellow fruits can offer important health benefits. New research is showing that bananas and other potassium-rich foods can boost heart health, particularly in women. Potassium-rich foods like bananas, avocado, and salmon can ...click here to read more

Mental Health Support Is Essential for People with Heart Defects: Study

According to a new statement, mental health support is essential for people with congenital heart defects. Researchers found that those who received mental health care were less likely to experience anxiety and depression and had a better quality of life. The findings underscore the importance of providing mental health support to all patients with heart ...click here to read more