Category Archives: Heart Health

If you think a low cholesterol diet is another way of saying of low taste, you’re wrong. Plain and simple. There are a lot more options than oats and tofu to help get your cholesterol in check and reduce the risk for heart disease. Why should you care about cholesterol? It plays a major role ...click here to read more

Have you ever woken up from an intense dream to the feeling that your heart is beating out of your chest? It might seem strange, but the body will react to wherever the mind takes it. Throughout the day, you can feel your heart rate fluctuate. You may notice it pick up when you’re out ...click here to read more

The steps to lower blood pressure are not in competition with one another. But if they were, you may want to bet on stretching. New research suggests that stretching may be more effective than a brisk walk for relaxing arteries, encouraging blood flow, and reducing blood pressure. Who’d have thought? Of course, if you’re going ...click here to read more

COVID-19 is dominating the headlines, but guess what? Heart disease isn’t going anywhere. In fact, a new report from the American Heart Association suggests that heart disease is likely to remain the world’s number one killer for years to come. Many of those deaths may be fueled by the pandemic. The report suggests that the ...click here to read more

A new study published in the journal Hypertension suggests that high blood pressure at night compared to daytime in older men may be a risk factor for Alzheimer’s disease. Researchers from Uppsala University believe this abnormal spike in blood pressure interferes with the process during the night, which is a critical period for brain health. ...click here to read more

New research published in The BMJ shows a new correlation between a popular type of food and heart disease. Highly processed refined grains make up approximately 50% of daily caloric intake across the world. This new study has found that consumption may put people at higher risk for cardiovascular disease and mortality. People often get ...click here to read more

Things can get confusing when it comes to drinking. You know that too much is certainly harmful, but you’re also exposed to repeated messaging that moderate intake might be good for your heart. What gives? The idea that light or moderate alcohol consumption is good for you comes largely from some observational studies that have ...click here to read more

Women who develop high blood pressure during pregnancy that continues into postpartum have been found to be at an increased risk of developing chronic hypertension. This new information comes from a study presented at the Society for Maternal-Fetal Medicine’s (SMFM) annual meeting. Blood pressure that remains elevated over time is known as chronic hypertension. This ...click here to read more

A newly released scientific statement from the American Heart Association is highlighting the relationship between mental health and heart disease. Published in the journal Circulation, the statement helps physicians summarize ways to improve psychological health for people with, and at risk for, heart disease. Previous research has demonstrated that negative psychological factors, personality traits, and ...click here to read more

If you’re looking for an easy way to cut cholesterol and reduce your risk for heart disease, I have four words for you: plant sterols and stanols. These compounds have unique cholesterol-lowering abilities and are found in a host of plant-based foods, including nuts, fruits, vegetables, grains, legumes, seeds, and more. They are even added ...click here to read more

Nothing beats the feeling of getting a great deal. And for many, a great deal means “more.” It’s a win. The reaction is entirely natural, but it’s also very short-sighted, especially when it comes to blood pressure and heart health. Think about your favorite restaurant. Aside from the food, what draws you there? One factor ...click here to read more

The risk of atrial fibrillation could be reduced by cutting out alcohol consumption. This is according to new research published in the European Heartbeat Journal, which found evidence to support the idea that just one alcoholic drink a day was linked to a 16% increased risk of atrial fibrillation. It has been well documented that ...click here to read more

You’ve heard of hypertension and its multiple dangers. It’s a significant risk factor for heart disease, and uncontrolled high blood pressure (the condition that “hypertension” describes) can boost the risk of heart attack, stroke, dementia, and more. But is all hypertension created equal? Can you control it? And what happens if you do? There are ...click here to read more

Those looking to lower their blood pressure may find that stretching is more beneficial than walking. A new study from the University of Saskatchewan (USask) has found that stretching is superior to brisk walking for reducing blood pressure. According to new figures from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, nearly half of all ...click here to read more