Category Archives: Heart Health

A heart attack can be a life-threatening event, and that is why recognizing the signs and symptoms is so important to be able to obtain immediate medical attention and prevent complications. A heart attack occurs when there is not enough oxygenated blood flowing to the heart. If blood flow is not restored quickly, the heart ...click here to read more

Stroke risk may be lowered by drinking coffee and green tea, and following a healthy diet and lifestyle. Lead author of the study Yoshihiro Kokubo said, “This is the first large-scale study to examine the combined effects of both green tea and coffee on stroke risks. You may make a small but positive lifestyle change ...click here to read more

Erectile dysfunction patients on the Mediterranean diet may lower heart attack and stroke risk. Lead researcher Dr. Athanasios Angelis explained, “Erectile dysfunction is not a symptom of ageing, it is a bad sign from the body that something is wrong with the vasculature. In 80 percent of cases, erectile dysfunction is caused by vascular problems ...click here to read more

Exercise treadmill test may accurately predict coronary artery disease in women over the age of 65. The predictive power of the treadmill test is further enhanced by the two specific electrocardiogram (ECG) indicators of heart stress during the treadmill test. Senior author of the study Ezra Amsterdam said, “Newer cardiac imaging technologies are more accurate ...click here to read more

High cholesterol may lead to osteoarthritis by causing cartilage cells to die. Researcher Indira Prasadam said, “Our team has already begun working alongside dietitians to try to educate the public about healthy eating and how to keep cholesterol levels at a manageable level that won’t damage joints, in collaboration with orthopedic surgeons based at Prince ...click here to read more

Some behavioral science experts now believe that heart disease patients should be examined closely for signs of anxiety and depression, as new evidence suggests it can be linked to a higher risk of stroke and death in this group of people. New research published in the Journal of the American Heart Association shows that people ...click here to read more

A small device synced to a smartphone may help identify irregular heartbeats, which can be potentially fatal. Irregular heartbeat, or atrial fibrillation, is a known risk factor for stroke, but often goes undiagnosed. Hopefully, this new device can be used widely to detect more cases of atrial fibrillation and thus reduce the rates of stroke. The study involved ...click here to read more

Depression after a heart attack can be quite common, but exercise and smoking cessation can help reduce the risk. Psychiatrist Dr. Manuela Abreu explained, “Depression is almost three times more common in people who have had a heart attack than in those who haven’t. Cardiac rehabilitation with aerobic exercise can reduce depressive symptoms and improve ...click here to read more

High blood pressure risk in seniors lowers with volunteering and increases with negative social interactions. The study found that blood pressure in those who volunteered for at least 200 hours a year was lowered by at least 40 percent. The study reveals that volunteering may be a non-pharmaceutical approach to prevent hypertension – high blood ...click here to read more

To maintain healthy cholesterol levels, we are often advised to stay away from high-cholesterol foods like eggs, butter, and – of course – cheese. But new research suggests that treating yourself to some cheese is actually beneficial for your heart. Rejoice, cheese lovers, and read on to see how this once banned food is now ...click here to read more

Blood pressure medications may increase seniors’ risk of falls by 30 to 40 percent. Blood pressure medications are commonly prescribed to reduce blood pressure as it is associated with numerous health threats. However, health threats may be coming from the meds as well, as they were found to increase the risk of falls. Blood pressure ...click here to read more

Stroke risk and recovery are linked to sleep disorders like insomnia and sleep apnea. Based on study findings, researchers recommend that patients who have experienced a stroke or mini-stroke should be screened for sleep disorders. Study author Dirk M. Hermann said, “Although sleep disorders are common after a stroke, very few stroke patients are tested ...click here to read more

Yoga can be an effective tool to help you lower your high blood pressure. Based on study findings, the researchers found that yoga is a useful complementary treatment to help patients further lower their blood pressure readings. For the study, the researchers tracked 58 men and women for six months. They found that practicing yoga ...click here to read more

Testosterone may be linked to hardening of blood vessels associated with heart disease. Some men have a greater risk of heart attacks than others, and testosterone may be a contributing factor. The researchers studied testosterone levels in the blood of mice and found that it triggers cells from the blood vessels to produce bone-like deposits. ...click here to read more