Category: Heart Health

Health Benefits of Pumpkin

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Pumpkins mark the upcoming fall season with decorative flair on front porches and tabletops as…

MGH Study Suggests Why Moderate Alcohol Intake May Benefit Cardiovascular Health

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The heart and brain benefits of light ­to-moderate alcohol consumption are often debated, as various…

New Briefs September 2023

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The Best Exercise for Longevity National Institutes of Health guidelines recommend that adults get at…

Ask The Experts: Lower Cholesterol With Lifestyle Changes

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Q: I’m 67. Is it really possible to reduce high cholesterol with lifestyle changes? A:…

What Happens if You Have Too Much or Too Little Fat in Your Diet? 

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While fat has often been dubbed as a dietary nemesis, it’s important to know that…

Newsbites: Plant-based foods; insomnia and heart health; omega-6 and blood pressure; health benefits of walking

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Associations of Plant-Based Foods with Health Depend on the Level of Processing A plant-based dietary…

Frontline: Oral estrogen and blood pressure; sleep problems and stroke risk; tinnitus

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Oral Estrogen May Increase Blood Pressure Estrogen is a hormone taken by some women to…

Newsbites: Erythritol and cardiovascular events; strength training and blood pressure; brain health and blueberry polyphenols

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Erythritol Associated with More Cardiovascular Events A study found that higher levels of the popular…

Reader Beware!

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Although headlines sometimes give the impression that one groundbreaking nutrition study will change food-based guidance,…

Don’t Take Psoriasis Lightly: It May Affect More Than Your Skin

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Having a mild case of psoriasis may be more of a bothersome annoyance than a…

Cut Your Diabetes and Heart Disease Risks By Losing Weight

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Being overweight or obese means you’re more likely to have a long list of health…

Depression Symptoms Associated with Higher Stroke Risk

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The ongoing INTERSTROKE study, which involves thousands of people from 32 nations around the world,…

Preventing a Stroke

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Stroke is the fifth highest cause of death in the U.S. and a major cause…

Newsbites: Long COVID; ultraprocessed foods and cancer; more benefits of physical activity; simple carbs and CVD.

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Healthy Pre-Infection Lifestyle Associated with Lower Risk of “Long COVID” The COVID-19 virus is here…

Be Alert for Atypical Heart Attack Symptoms

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Are you more concerned about the possibility of having cancer or heart disease? Although the…

Pack a Stash of Pistachios

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The Folklore. There’s no denying the irresistible pistachio. Its smooth beige shell reveals a peak…

What Are the Dangers of Erythritol?

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Erythritol is a natural sugar substitute made by fermenting corn, called a sugar alcohol. Other…

How Long Is Stroke Recovery?

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According to the Mayo Clinic, stroke recovery can include recovery of movement, speech, swallowing, strength,…

Frontline: Cervical cancer; shingles and cardiovascular risk; extreme temperatures and heart health

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Women 65 and Older at Higher Risk of Late-Stage Cervical Cancer Researchers who analyzed data…

Uncontrolled Hypertension Makes You a Target for Heart Attack and Stroke

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Do you have high blood pressure, or hypertension (HT)? If you do, are you making…

Take These 6 Steps to Reduce Your Stroke Risk

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A stroke is caused by a partial or total interruption of the blood supply to…

No Need to Nix the Nap

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Previous research has shown that poor sleep may put people at greater risk for a…

Research Roundup: February 2023

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• Refined Grains May Raise CAD Risk. Refined grains may increase risk of developing premature…

Dark Chocolate

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The Folklore. What better time of year to treat your Valentine (and yourself!) to the…

The Nutrition of Global Cuisine—Healthier 
by Region?

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There has never been a better time to explore the exciting flavors of world cuisines….

Anti-Inflammatory Foods: 
Eat to Help Fight Inflammation

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Inflammation is a hot topic these days. With so many people suffering from chronic diseases,…

When to Worry About PVCs

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A PVC is a premature ventricular contraction. According to the American Heart Association (AHA), a…

Frontline: Insomnia and memory; Heart disease and sleep; Type 2 diabetes

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Insomnia Sufferers More Likely to Report Memory Problems Canadian researchers have found that insomnia is…

Ask Dr. Etingin: Antihistamines; Ablation for varicose vein; Dyspnea

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What are antihistamines, and how do they work? Antihistamines are medications that reduce or block…

How Long Does It Take to Lower Cholesterol?

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Having healthy levels of cholesterol to reduce your risk of heart attack and stroke is…

Three Cheers for Chestnuts!

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The Folklore. Chestnuts are here, and just in time for the holidays! Whether roasting over…

Being Healthy Is About More Than Just Eating Right

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People who follow a healthy lifestyle do more than just manage their diet and make…

To Juice or Not to Juice?

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Juicing is on the fast track from fad to full-on health craze. Thanks to an…

Frontline: Popular Blood-Thinning Drug, Higher Risk of Rheumatoid Arthritis, Hospitalizations for COVID-19

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Study Suggests One Popular Blood-Thinning Drug Outperforms Another People who have an abnormal heart rhythm…

News Briefs November 2022

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Physical Fitness May Lower Risk of Alzheimer’s Disease According to a presentation at the American…

Improve Your Cardiovascular Health with Eight Essential Steps

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Earlier this year, the American Heart Association (AHA) released “Life’s Essential 8,” a checklist of…

For Brain Health, Protect Your Heart

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The same factors that raise the risk for heart disease also impact brain disease, including…

Eight Essentials for Heart Health

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For years we were told to “eat well and exercise” to keep our hearts healthy….

Ask the Doctor: October 2022

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Q: In reading about memory, I often see the terms “encoding” and “storage.” What is…

Can Mindfulness Meditation Relieve Pain and Boost Your Mental and Physical Health?

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© Buena Vista Images | Getty ImagesMindfulness is a state in which you are aware…

Add Buffers Around Your Memory By Managing Dementia Risk Factors

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© Andriy Onufriyenko | Getty ImagesManaging dementia-related risk factors may help keep your brain “younger”…

News Briefs: October 2022

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Sleep Added to List of Essential Healthy Heart Habits © Wavebreakmedia | Getty Images There’s…

Ask the Experts: October 2022

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Q: What is metabolic syndrome? A: Metabolic syndrome is a combination of risk factors that…

Understanding Heart Disease in Women

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© Science Photo Library | Getty ImagesHeart disease kills more women than all cancers combined….

Why Is My Blood Pressure Higher in the Morning?

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If you monitor your blood pressure at home, you may notice that your pressure is…

Your Smartwatch Detected Irregular Heartbeats, Now What?

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Smartwatches and smart rings are wearable technological marvels jam packed with sensors and chips that…

News Briefs: September 2022

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Exercise and Cognition Previous research has suggested that physical activity lowers your risk of dementia…