A weak heart also damages your brain
If the heart pumps too little blood into the body, the brain is usually not adequately supplied with oxygen.
Until now, however, it was unclear...
Sleep should be added as measure of heart health
Adding sleep to seven established metrics could create a stronger tool for predicting heart disease risk among middle-aged and older adults, new research shows.
The...
Popular weight loss diet may bring risks to your heart health
The ketogenic diet might seem counterintuitive to good heart health.
After all, it’s a low-carb, high-fat diet rich in meats, eggs, nuts and dairy. Fruits,...
Why high-protein foods may increase your heart disease risk
Phenylalanine is an amino acid found in many foods, including plant- and animal-based protein sources like meat, beans, and soy.
In a new study, researchers...
Eating more plant protein and dairy instead of red meat may improve heart health
In two new studies, researchers found that eating more protein from plant sources or dairy while reducing red meat consumption could help people live...
Moderate egg eating not linked to heart disease risk
In a new study, researchers add to evidence that moderate egg consumption (up to 1 egg per day) is not linked to heart disease...
Olive oil may lower your heart disease risk
Olive oil may help lower the risk of heart disease, according to preliminary research that also showed it was beneficial as a substitute for...
This study shows a common cause of high blood pressure, heart disease, diabetes
Visceral fat—fat stored around the organs in the belly and around the intestines—is known to be associated with a higher risk of developing diabetes...
Better sleep habits may reduce heart disease risk and help lose weight
In two new studies, researchers found that sleeping well, long enough and having regular bedtimes, in addition to meeting the American Heart Association’s Life’s...
irregular sleep patterns may double heart disease risk in older people
In a new study, researchers found that older adults with irregular sleep patterns—meaning they have no regular bedtime and wakeup schedule, or they get...