Why older women have higher death risks after heart surgery
A new study has found that older women who need heart bypass surgery are more likely than men to be treated at hospitals with...
Lower your blood pressure the Mediterranean way: a delicious path to health
Maintaining healthy blood pressure is essential for a long and healthy life. High blood pressure and heart disease often go together and can lead...
Daily fish oil supplement dramatically lowers heart disease risks in these people
A new international study has found that taking a daily fish oil supplement can greatly lower the risk of serious heart problems in people...
Your tongue may show hidden signs of heart failure
A new study from the Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine has found a surprising way to detect chronic heart failure—by looking at the microbes...
Common blood pressure drug may raise risk of sudden heart stoppage
A new study from Europe has found something surprising about a medicine that many people take for high blood pressure. The drug is called...
Natural ways to lower triglycerides and protect your heart
Triglycerides are a type of fat found in your blood. Your body needs some triglycerides for energy, but having too much can be harmful....
Why all aspects of sleep matter for your heart and metabolic health
A new statement from the American Heart Association says that getting healthy sleep is not just about sleeping for 7 to 9 hours a...
Common diabetes drugs can benefit heart, kidney, and metabolic health
Drugs like semaglutide, liraglutide, and tirzepatide—known as GLP-1 receptor agonists—are commonly used to help manage type 2 diabetes and support weight loss.
These medications have...
How cocoa, tea, and berries can protect men’s blood vessels during long sitting
Many people today spend hours sitting at desks, on the couch, or in cars. While this may feel relaxing, too much sitting can be...
Why standard heart tests miss nearly half of heart attack cases
A new study from Mount Sinai has found that many people who suffer heart attacks would not have been warned by current screening tools.
Nearly...