Category Archives: Heart Health

If you’re looking to improve your health, you may want to try biting into a piece of fruit. Experts say that stocking your kitchen with fresh ripe fruit can do wonders for your physical health, mental clarity, and overall well-being. In this blog post, we’ll explore why adding more fruit to our diets is essential ...click here to read more

New research suggests that being socially engaged and close to others may influence longevity in people with heart disease. The study showed that people with heart disease, loneliness, social isolation, or those living alone could have years shaved from their lives. The trio of factors can lead this cohort to a higher risk of early ...click here to read more

Swimming is one of the most effective and enjoyable forms of fitness that can help older adults stay fit. The water supports your body, so it’s easier on your joints than other exercises like running or biking. Plus, you get to work all sorts of muscles in aerobic and non-aerobic activity — from the ones ...click here to read more

If you like going for a soak, you could be helping your blood pressure: if the water is warm enough. A new Japanese study suggests a hot bath at night could be a valuable tool in keeping high blood pressure are bay. The finding comes from a new analysis of a decades-old survey that looked ...click here to read more

Plenty of folks throughout the world may start their day or finesse their afternoon with a cup of coffee or two. Some may even have three or four. I’m drinking my first (of two) right now. From a health perspective, coffee can be an interesting drink. There is plenty of research to suggest it offers ...click here to read more

Ah, the winter. The cold temperatures, Christmas lights, and of course, the snow. A fresh blanket of snow looks great and can put a smile on anyone’s face. But it can also be a huge risk to heart health. Shovelling snow is not to be taken lightly. Sure, you’ve likely been doing it for the ...click here to read more

If you are feeling the weight of multiple prescription meds, taking a walk in your local green space may help! Nature has been known to have numerous calming effects on mental and physical health, and a new study now has the science to back up the claims. Read on to learn how spending more time ...click here to read more

People who suffer from anxiety may want to take notice of their heart health. For many of us, emotional eating can be a crutch during stressful moments — a way to take the edge off and provide some forget-you’re-stressed relief. Unfortunately, our habits might not be doing us any favors regarding our physical health. In ...click here to read more

Did you know that drinking multiple cups of coffee a day could increase the risk of heart attack in people with hypertension? Drinking large amounts of coffee has been linked to many health benefits, ranging from improved cognitive function to a lower risk of certain diseases. But according to a new study published in the ...click here to read more

According to a recent study, loneliness, an increased sense of separation from others around us, has been linked to premature death in those living with cardiovascular disease. The research encompassed studies from around the world and sheds new light on the negative health impact of loneliness and those living with cardiovascular disease. Cardiovascular disease (or ...click here to read more

According to a new study, the combination of high blood pressure and elevated cholesterol levels can significantly increase your risk for a heart attack or stroke. While high blood pressure alone is dangerous enough in its own right, it makes the situation even more serious when coupled with bad cholesterol. Not only does this combination ...click here to read more

This time of year, you may not be focused on heart health, but studies suggest you should consider the possibility of a heart attack. It’s the end of December, a month filled with festive parties, delicious food, cold weather, and added stressors, all of which could put pressure on the heart. It has been well ...click here to read more

Here’s a bit of a spin on “Happy Holidays,” the seasonal song by Andy Williams: sure, “it’s the holiday season,” but did you also know it’s also the heart attack season? Although the winter holidays are a great time to celebrate, share precious moments with family and friends, and even enjoy a little seasonal song ...click here to read more

New research is revealing that if you’ve had shingles, you may be more likely to suffer from a stroke or heart attack than those who have not. Anyone who’s ever had chickenpox has the potential for shingles. And while shingles are rather common, they are not taken as seriously as they should be, according to ...click here to read more