Heart Health

Causes and solutions of morning rise in blood pressure

Blood pressure naturally fluctuates throughout the day, but for many people, it can be significantly higher in the morning. This early morning surge in blood...

These diabetes drugs may increase heart disease risk

Type 2 diabetes is a growing health issue where the body cannot effectively use insulin to manage blood sugar levels. Metformin often starts as...

The connection between kidney and heart diseases

The heart and the kidneys are two vital organs that might seem unrelated at first glance, but they share a deep and critical connection. When...

How coffee and green tea influence your blood pressure

Many adults start their day with a refreshing cup of coffee or green tea. Coffee is celebrated for its energy-boosting caffeine, while green tea...

How to recover smoothly after heart surgery

Recovering from heart surgery is a significant phase of treatment for heart disease. Heart surgery can involve procedures such as bypassing blocked arteries, repairing...

Growing challenges of heart rhythm disorders

In Denmark, a study recently published in The BMJ has found a noticeable increase in the lifetime risk of developing atrial fibrillation, a heart...

Caffeine and blood pressure: what you need to know

Caffeine is a familiar part of everyday life, found in coffee, tea, energy drinks, and some soft drinks. Many of us rely on it...

Why many people with heart disease don’t take cholesterol-lowering statin drugs

Heart disease remains a formidable challenge globally, and it is particularly severe in the United States, where it claims a life every 34 seconds. This...

How to manage heart disease with minimal medication

Heart disease remains one of the leading causes of death worldwide, but not everyone wants to rely heavily on medications for management. Fortunately, there are...

Symptoms and treatment of heart holes people need to know

A "hole in the heart" refers to a congenital heart defect that is present at birth. It involves abnormal openings in the walls between...