Heart Health

Flaxseeds can help prevent heart disease

Flaxseeds, small brown or golden seeds from the flax plant, are often called a "superfood" because of their amazing health benefits. One area where...

This diabetes drug is linked to increased heart disease risk

Rosiglitazone, a medication used to treat type 2 diabetes, was once seen as a promising solution for managing blood sugar levels. However, recent research from...

How regular activity prevents dangerous blood clots

Blood clots are an important part of the body’s natural healing process. When you get a cut, blood clots form to stop the bleeding and...

This skin disease is linked to increased risk of heart damage

A recent study from researchers at The Second Affiliated Hospital of Zhejiang University has uncovered a possible connection between psoriasis, a common skin condition,...

Research shows a major cause of artery hardening

Heart disease remains the leading cause of death in the United States, even with decades of effort focused on controlling risk factors like diabetes,...

Small habit can bring huge benefits to blood pressure, heart health

The American Heart Association (AHA) has recently called on doctors to encourage healthy adults with slightly elevated blood pressure or cholesterol levels to move...

Research shows a simple way to improve heart and kidney health

A recent study has shown that adding more fruits and vegetables to your diet can significantly lower blood pressure and improve heart and kidney...

Her stomachache turned out to be heart failure. Then came a huge reversal.

Two weeks into a new job as an in-house lawyer in Boston, Saraa Basaria wanted to make a good impression. So for a company...

Early signs of heart problems everyone needs to know

The heart is the body’s engine, working tirelessly to pump blood and keep us alive. However, like any engine, it can develop problems, and...

Understanding the link between coughing and heart failure

Coughing is not a symptom most people associate with heart problems, but for individuals with congestive heart failure (CHF), a persistent cough can be...