Why do so many people refuse cholesterol-lowering statins?
Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States, claiming a life every 34 seconds, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
To...
Processed red meat isn’t just bad for your heart, it’s also associated with dementia
Less red meat is good for the planet and a growing number of people have started the new year resolving to pursue a meat-free...
How to protect your heart and brain from stress
Stress is something we all experience, but many people don’t realize how much it can affect their heart and brain. Research has shown that...
Doctors should prescribe more movement for heart health
The American Heart Association (AHA) has issued new recommendations encouraging doctors to advise healthy adults with slightly high blood pressure or cholesterol to move...
Replacing milk with yogurt may prevent heart disease in women
Drinking large amounts of non-fermented milk may increase the risk of heart disease in women, according to new research published in BMC Medicine. The study suggests that...
Infections linked to higher risk of heart failure, study finds
A new study from the University of Minnesota and Mayo Clinic has found that people who are hospitalized for infections face a much higher...
Doing this daily can reduce high blood pressure, high blood cholesterol
The American Heart Association (AHA) has released new recommendations urging doctors to encourage people with slightly high blood pressure or cholesterol to be more...
Drinking ketones may improve heart health in people with type 2 diabetes
A new study from the University of Portsmouth suggests that drinking ketones could help the heart work more efficiently, especially for people with type...
Healthy weight loss for heart disease prevention
For individuals with heart disease, losing weight can be one of the best ways to improve heart health and lower the risk of complications....
‘Good cholesterol’ may increase vision loss risk in people over 55
A large study has found an unexpected link between cholesterol levels and the risk of developing glaucoma, a serious eye disease that can lead...