Why antioxidants are nature’s defense against cancer and heart disease
Antioxidants have gained a lot of attention for their potential to protect our bodies from diseases like cancer and heart disease. But what exactly...
What your tongue might reveal about heart failure
A recent study from Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine has found that the appearance and bacterial composition of the tongue could provide clues about...
Common blood pressure drug may raise heart failure risk for women
A recent study published in Hypertension found that women taking beta-blockers for high blood pressure without a prior history of cardiovascular disease (CVD) face a nearly...
Popular weight loss diet may raise risks of cancer, heart disease
A recent study reviewed the ketogenic (keto) diet and found it may have serious risks, especially for certain groups of people.
Researchers warn that this...
Drinking coffee this way may help your heart stay healthy
A recent study from Semmelweis University found that drinking up to three cups of coffee a day might protect your heart and reduce the...
The best diet for heart disease prevention you need to know
Heart disease is one of the leading causes of death worldwide, but the good news is that many cases can be prevented through a...
Sitting too long may harm your heart, even if you exercise
We all know exercise is good for the heart, but new research shows that sitting for too long can still be harmful—even for people...
Heart attack vs. heart failure: What are the differences?
Heart attack and heart failure are two serious heart conditions that are often confused because they both involve the heart and can be life-threatening.
However,...
Thyroid hormone therapy may increase risk of heart death
A study from the University of Michigan has found that the intensity of thyroid hormone treatment may be linked to an increased risk of...
Blood pressure drug may raise risk of sudden cardiac arrest
A recent study has found that a medication commonly used to treat high blood pressure could increase the risk of sudden cardiac arrest (SCA)....