Category Archives: Heart Health

Having a healthy blood pressure means a lot of things. Most importantly, it means your heart doesn’t have to work too hard to keep you alive. But how are you supposed to know what your blood pressure is and how it works? Without a measurement, you really have no idea what a healthy blood pressure ...click here to read more

The association between diabetes, risk of heart disease, and death have been the focus of interest in recent years for many researchers. However, the results of many studies and even the terms used, such as “prediabetes,” remain controversial. A new review published in The BMJ Today is gaining attention, however, as it has found that ...click here to read more

Cardiovascular health is a concern for those who are homeless. According to a new study cited in the American Heart Association’s journal Circulation: Cardiovascular Quality and Outcomes, people who are homeless may experience 60–70% higher rates of cardiovascular events. The study reviewed current research about how housing stability, safety, affordability, lack of access to high-quality ...click here to read more

Research shows that people who practice regular meditation have better cardiovascular health compared to those who don’t take time to meditate. In a data analysis by Veterans Affairs, researchers were able to show evidence for what many experts believe about meditation. Meditation may be of benefit for cardiovascular risk reduction. Previous research has suggested that ...click here to read more

There aren’t a lot of people who’ve gone entirely unaffected by the pandemic. Although some of us had to endure more than others, it’s been a major stressor for people around the world. Now, a new study is showing it could be leading to increases in “broken heart syndrome.” It feels like a heart attack, ...click here to read more

New research has found that women who take beta-blockers for hypertension are at a higher risk for heart failure. The study published in the American Heart Association journal Hypertension showed that women who were taking beta-blockers and had no prior history of cardiovascular disease (CVD) have a nearly 5% higher risk for heart failure than ...click here to read more

No one is going to deny that grapefruits are healthy. These tropical citrus fruits are rich in fiber, antioxidants, and nutrients, and are associated with healthier hearts, immune systems, and more. But are they safe for everybody in every form? If you’ve been looking to adopt a more heart-healthy diet, grapefruit may be near the ...click here to read more

So much attention gets paid to how long you should sleep. Rarely, however, do we examine the importance of sleep quality. But the truth is if you’re sleeping seven hours a day, or even feel like you are but aren’t, you could be at risk for health trouble. Quality sleep is what you want. Your ...click here to read more

Red meat remains controversial. For a long time, it was viewed as a significant source of saturated fat that contributes to high cholesterol. Identified as a potential threat to heart health, it came under fire from several health experts. Opinions have changed more recently. Growing data indicates red meat derived cholesterol is neutral in the ...click here to read more

New research shows how 12 weeks of passive stretching can help to improve blood flow and keep heart disease and diabetes at bay. Published in the Journal of Physiology, the study outlines how stretching can help arteries to dilate, making it easier for blood to flow and decrease stiffness. Many people are familiar with active ...click here to read more

Many people experience sleep problems after heart bypass surgery, but new research shows how exercise could be the solution. Researchers from the European Society of Cardiology (ESC) investigated the effect of exercise on both sleep and functional capacity, where they concluded that aerobic exercise is beneficial for getting a good night’s sleep. “Many patients have ...click here to read more

Knowing you have a weak heart can be a serious mental blow. Heart failure can fill your life with fear and often foster a feeling of powerlessness. But is there anything you can do about it? It’s never too late to adopt heart-healthy strategies in an attempt to rescue your heart from damage. There is ...click here to read more

You might have no idea how much sugar you’re consuming each day, and that can be extremely dangerous. Cutting down on sugar intake is associated with far better health outcomes and lower risk for all kinds of chronic illnesses. Eating too much added sugar is linked to health risks like heart disease, fatty liver disease, ...click here to read more

Atrial fibrillation (also called AFib or AF) is the most common cardiac arrhythmia, which involves the two upper chambers of the heart producing a quivering or irregular heartbeat. It can lead to blood clots, stroke, heart failure, and other heart-related complications. With over 2.7 million Americans living with AFib, physicians are eager to find treatment ...click here to read more