Black licorice linked to high blood pressure, study finds
Scientists from University of Rochester have reported potential health risks associated with consuming excessive amounts of black licorice.
Licorice root contains glycyrrhizin, a natural compound...
New scan could detect hidden heart disease years before symptoms
Heart disease often develops quietly over many years before serious symptoms appear. By the time a person feels chest pain, shortness of breath, or...
How to sleep for best heart health
Sleep and heart health are closely connected, but many people don’t realize how important good sleep is for keeping the heart healthy.
Getting quality sleep...
Cocoa beverages and dark chocolate could help lower blood pressure
About half of all Americans have high blood pressure, also known as hypertension, and many are unaware they have the condition.
High blood pressure develops...
Ultra-processed diet linked to 47% higher risks of heart attack and stroke
Ultra-processed foods have become a normal part of everyday life for many people, often without much thought about what they contain or how they...
Apple juice could benefit your heart health, study finds
Scientists from Université Laval in Canada have found that drinking apple juice may offer benefits for heart health.
A high intake of fruits and vegetables...
Scientists identify key protein behind pulmonary hypertension
Pulmonary hypertension is a rare but life-threatening condition in which blood pressure rises dangerously in the arteries of the lungs.
If left untreated, it can...
Staying up late may quietly harm your heart, especially for women
Many people naturally prefer staying up late and feel most alert in the evening. These so-called night owls often struggle with early mornings but...
Ultra-processed diet linked to 47% higher risks of heart attack and stroke
Ultra-processed foods have become a normal part of everyday life for many people, often without much thought about what they contain or how they...
Cocoa could help reduce blood pressure and arterial stiffness, study finds
Scientists from the University of Surrey and other institutions have found that cocoa may help reduce blood pressure and arterial stiffness during normal aging.
Flavanols...