Category Archives: Heart Health

Here’s more evidence that supports the notion that we need seven to eight hours of sleep per night. Sleeping less than six hours a night can increase your risk of atherosclerosis – hardening of the arteries as a result of a build-up of plaque. To achieve their findings, the researchers looked at parameters of atherosclerosis ...click here to read more

How easy would life be if you could obtain all your heart information just by using the bathroom? It might sound crazy, but we are pretty close to such technology. There are already at-home devices that can offer insight into your heart health, like at-home blood pressure monitors. The problem with at-home devices is that ...click here to read more

Nowadays, it seems like everyone has a fitness tracker around their wrist. It’s great that people are monitoring their activity and heart rate, but how many people know what their heart rate is trying to tell them? First and foremost, a healthy heart rate is between 60 and 100 beats per minute. You can easily ...click here to read more

Morning exercise with short walking breaks lowers blood pressure in older adults. The latest study revealed that at least 30 minutes of walking in the morning is enough to support healthy blood pressure throughout the day. Furthermore, taking frequent breaks throughout the day can improve blood pressure benefits from morning exercise. The study looked at ...click here to read more

The vascular system – otherwise known as the cardiovascular system – encompasses the heart and all of your body’s blood vessels. This is an important bodily system because blood in the body is like gasoline in the car, and your bodies ability to receive enough blood every second of the day helps you perform all ...click here to read more

Heart disease risk in diabetics may be reduced by consuming nuts. The latest study uncovered that diabetics who consumed at least five 28-gram servings of nuts a week were 17 percent less likely to develop heart disease compared to those who only had one serving or less of nuts a week. But just one serving ...click here to read more

February is heart health month. To ensure you’re working on improving your heart health, we wanted to share with you our simple tips to boost your heart while at work. It can be hard to always be active and eat the right foods, which are critical components of a healthy heart. This is why we ...click here to read more

Researchers have made a breakthrough that could give traditional cholesterol treatment an upgrade. The researchers at the University of New South Wales Sydney uncovered how cholesterol is transported in cells, shedding light on a potential new treatment method that would allow the body to create more HDL cholesterol (good cholesterol). The most prescribed drugs for ...click here to read more

They don’t call breakfast the most important meal of the day for nothing. That first meal in the morning sets the tone for the rest of your day. It can influence your energy levels, your appetite later in the day, and even the foods you crave. But most importantly, it can help keep your heart ...click here to read more

Variability in blood pressure after a stroke may increase death risk. The latest research findings looked closely at varying blood pressure numbers after a stroke and their impact on death risk. The researchers looked at data from 1,947 patients who had four to five blood pressure readings within 24 hours after a stroke. After adjusting ...click here to read more

A new study has uncovered that controlling high blood pressure may help stall dementia. The study was a large randomized trial, and it found that patients who underwent intensive treatment for high blood pressure were 19 percent less likely to experience early cognitive deficiencies compared to those who underwent traditional blood pressure treatment. Early cognitive ...click here to read more

High sodium intake increases postural lightheadedness (orthostatic hypotension). Some people may experience slight dizziness when changing positions, such as going from laying down to a standing up position. This is the result of a drop in blood pressure. For some individuals, this lightheadedness may contribute to falls and other dangers. It has been suggested that ...click here to read more

Valentine’s day is only three days away. If you’re still scrambling to put together a romantic meal, let us offer some suggestions that will go a long way in supporting your heart health. This holiday is the occasion surrounding the heart, so why not put together a menu that offers heart benefits? A heart attack ...click here to read more

Although everyone seems to be talking about bone broth, it isn’t new or revolutionary. It’s just finally gaining traction for all of its amazing health benefits. Bone broth can easily be made at home by simply boiling animal bones – such as chicken – and connective tissue. Information has come to light that highlights the ...click here to read more