Heart Health

This nutrient may reduce coronary heart disease risk in women

In a new study, researchers found a link between dietary magnesium intake and reduced coronary heart disease in older women. They also found a link...

This sex drug may help treat heart failure

In a recent study, researchers found that a drug used to treat erectile dysfunction to slow or even reverse the progression of heart failure. They...

These 3 supplements may protect against heart disease, stroke

Recent studies have found that some common dietary supplements may help protect people from heart disease and stroke. In one study from Tulane University in...

This battery-free pacemaker has a size of a dime

In a new study, researchers have developed and tested for the first time in vivo a miniaturized, battery-free pacemaker that supports optical and electrical...

Eating chili pepper may protect you from a heart or cerebral attack

In a new study, researchers found that eating chili pepper could cut down the risk of death from a heart or cerebral attack. They found...

Cholesterol in eggs may increase heart disease risk, this study shows

Currently, egg consumption in the U.S. is rising. In 2017, people ate an average of 279 eggs per year, compared with 254 eggs in 2012,...

Walking and cycling to work linked to lower heart attack risk

In a new study, researchers found that walking and cycling to work were associated with fewer heart attacks across 43 million adults in England. The...

Heavy drinking may cause heart damage before symptoms appear

Heavy drinking could lead to heart tissue damage even before concerning symptoms arise, according to a new study. The results back previous studies that have...

Marijuana use may change heart structure and function

In a new study, researchers found a possible link between cannabis use and structural changes to the heart. They say regular cannabis use could affect...

Good sleep may help offset genetic risk of heart disease and stroke

In a new study, researchers found that even if people had a high genetic risk of heart disease or stroke, this appeared to be...