Category Archives: Heart Health

A new study has found that patients developing illnesses such as mental health and heart conditions have a higher rate of GP-inputted medical history of periodontal gum disease. This research helps build evidence of a relationship between a healthy mouth and the reduced risk of health complications. For the study, researchers analyzed the records of ...click here to read more

Many people like to indulge over the holiday season, but drinking too much could cause holiday heart syndrome, heart problems that cause a heartbeat abnormally. This condition, known as atrial fibrillation (AF), is often experienced as fluttering in the chest. Although it may not seem like much, if it continues for an extended period and ...click here to read more

New research has examined the risk of heart attack and stroke, and their connection to stress levels. Although many studies have been performed on this subject, this one was different in that stress levels were classified before cardiovascular events. Previous studies only determined stress levels in people who had already had a heart attack or ...click here to read more

The holidays are sold as a magical time for family and friends. But they can also be very hard on your heart. According to the American Heart Association (AHA), there are more heart attacks in the United States between Christmas and New Year’s Day than at any other time of the year. The holidays can ...click here to read more

Researchers are now suggesting that people who have insomnia or obstructive sleep apnea get tested for the probability of heart problems. A new study has found that people who have a sleep disorder are more likely to suffer from heart problems and are almost 50% more likely to die compared to those who don’t have ...click here to read more

Winter weather isn’t always inviting. Sure, a select few get excited when the snow falls, and they can hit the slopes, but skiing isn’t always the most accessible or inviting sport. Call me crazy, but barrelling down a tree-lined hill isn’t yanking me from the safety of my home. But other activities will. It’s important ...click here to read more

A new type of immune cell priming called trained immunity is helping researchers better understand heart health. Vascular events often begin with atherosclerosis, a condition in which fatty deposits and inflammation cause arteries to stiffen and narrow. Patients with atherosclerosis have fatty deposits or plaque that can build up over many years. When these deposits ...click here to read more

A high blood pressure diagnosis can make you think medicine is necessary and eternal. But it isn’t. Blood pressure is highly responsive to lifestyle, and certain controllable factors can lead to lower blood pressure. Living a heart-healthy lifestyle has the potential to reduce or manage blood pressure and may allow you to avoid, delay, or ...click here to read more

Taking 10,000 steps per day is a great goal. It’s a nice, round number that is easy to remember, but it can be a little daunting for some. But why has it become the benchmark for steps? Is it backed by scientific evidence or recommended by doctors or physical trainers? It sure isn’t. The 10,000 ...click here to read more

A new study published in ESC Heart Failure suggests that aspirin use may be associated with a 26% increased risk of heart failure in people with at least one predisposing factor for the condition. This is the first study to find that aspirin use in individuals with at least one risk factor for heart failure ...click here to read more

Due to concerns about climate change, the Canadian Journal of Cardiology has examined how extreme heat can affect heart health. Due to global warming, a greater frequency and intensity of extreme heat events have been predicted to take place across the globe. Extreme heat has been associated with a greater risk of adverse cardiovascular incidents, ...click here to read more

Regardless of what kind of music you enjoy, there are likely some big benefits to listening to it. So, turn on your stereo and take advantage. Several wide-ranging health benefits are associated with listening to music, including better memory and mood, social connection, energy, and even heart health. Music seems to be an instinct for ...click here to read more

By now, you’re likely aware that what you eat can play a significant role in cholesterol. Choosing some foods in place of others has the potential to reduce cholesterol and ultimately improve heart health. Plant sterols and stanols may play a valuable role in helping you manage cholesterol. They are natural compounds found in certain ...click here to read more

New research from the University of Illinois has shown that the heart rate in older couples synchronizes when they are close together. This new heart health study examined the dynamics of long-term relationships through spatial proximity. When couples grow older together, their inter-dependence heightens. They often become each other’s primary source of emotional and physical ...click here to read more