Persistent asthma linked to increased risk for heart rhythm disorder
People with persistent asthma could be at 1.5 times higher risk of developing a heart rhythm disorder called atrial fibrillation than those without asthma,...
Why eating meatballs with tomato sauce is not a good idea
Carotenoids are plant pigments with antioxidant properties responsible for many bright red, yellow and orange pigments found in the produce aisle.
These include compound lycopene,...
This diabetes drug may harm your heart health
In a new study, researchers found new evidence that rosiglitazone—a drug used to treat type 2 diabetes—is associated with an increased risk of heart...
Very tiny doses of lithium may help treat Alzheimer’s disease
In a new study, researchers found that very low doses of a certain formulation of lithium may help stop symptoms of advanced Alzheimer’s disease...
Blood pressure swings may be an early sign of heart disease
In a new study, researchers found that variable blood pressure readings could be an overlooked early warning sign of heart disease.
They found that wide...
Eating keto diet for more than a week may lead to diabetes, obesity
In a new study, researchers found that a ketogenic diet only produces health benefits in the short term, but negative effects after about a...
Research shows a new way to detect liver cancer early
In a new study, researchers found a new method to detect liver cancer in its early stages using a targeted MRI contrast agent that...
This study shows a big cause of artery-damaging inflammation
In a recent study from New York University, researchers found that platelets are the trigger of an artery-damaging inflammatory response.
Platelets are tiny, sticky cellular...
10 heart tests your doctor may let you do, and what they mean
Heart disease patients and those suspected of having heart disease often face a battery of tests. Find out what you should expect if one...
Viagra may cause vision problems, new study shows
Sildenafil (tradename Viagra) is commonly used to treat erectile dysfunction and is generally regarded as safe with limited side effects.
However, in a new study,...