Heart Health

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...

A simple, effective way to control cholesterol levels, protect heart health

In a new study, researchers found that eating two apples a day could help keep cholesterol down and fight heart disease risk. Eating apples rich...

Diets low in cholesterol can help reduce heart disease, stroke risk

Advice for how to eat a heart-healthy diet should focus on food that is naturally low in cholesterol, according to a new advisory that...

Everyone can do these 3 things to prevent heart disease

A recent study led by Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health shows that controlling blood pressure, cutting sodium intake, and reducing trans fat...