Gratitude may protect the heart, study finds
A recent study suggests that gratitude, the trait of appreciating the good in the world, could have a positive impact on cardiovascular health and...
Why sugar matters – and how to cut back if you’re eating too much...
A summary of sugar's health effects can sound like the tagline for a Hollywood thriller: "It's sweet and alluring. It's a master of disguise....
Normal blood flow may help reduce heart attack risk
Arterial plaques, deposits of cholesterol that can narrow and harden arteries, pose a significant health risk, potentially leading to heart attacks and strokes when...
Exercise may trigger stroke in these people, study finds
Exercise is generally considered beneficial for health, but for individuals with certain conditions, an elevated heart rate during exercise can be dangerous, according to...
Pickleball is heart-healthy game for active older people
Playing pickleball, the fun and easy-to-learn game, can help older adults aged 65 and above achieve their recommended weekly dose of moderate to vigorous...
Blood pressure response to exercise can predict future heart disease
As we age, the way our blood pressure reacts during and after exercise can provide valuable clues about our future heart health.
Recent research has...
Heart disease death in U.S. caused by extreme heat may triple by midcentury
New research warns that the number of cardiovascular deaths caused by extreme heat could increase significantly in the United States if we don't take...
How cholesterol-lowering statin drugs improve blood vessel health
A recent study sheds light on the beneficial effects of statin medications beyond their cholesterol-lowering properties.
Statins, widely prescribed to reduce cholesterol levels, have long...
Heart attacks linked to faster cognitive decline over time
New research, published in JAMA Neurology, reveals a connection between experiencing a heart attack and subsequent cognitive decline in the years following the cardiac...
Inflammation links sleep loss with heart disease, study finds
Recent research has shed light on how disrupted sleep patterns contribute to the development of atherosclerosis, a condition characterized by the buildup of fatty...