Heart

Research suggests maintaining a healthy heart can ward off Alzheimer’s disease. Weaker heart health can lead to Alzheimer’s disease or dementia A study found that living with heart problems could increase your risk of dementia or Alzheimer’s disease. The study examined data from 1,000 people who were followed for 11 years. The results, published in ...click here to read more

Heart failure patients should aim to increase their exercise levels as it has been shown to improve survival rates. Principal investigator Rod Taylor said, ‘Patients with heart failure should not be scared of exercise damaging them or killing them. The message for heart failure patients is clear. Exercise is good for you, it will make ...click here to read more

A new study suggests taking the necessary steps to care for your heart can positively affect for your kidneys as well. The researchers looked at over 14,800 adults aged 45 to 64 who were grouped based on how closely they followed the guidelines set out by the American Heart Association. The seven ideals include healthy blood pressure, ...click here to read more

High levels of intense exercise have been shown to pose a risk to the heart. The impact of high levels of intense exercise was shown to be cardiotoxic and promote structural changes to the heart, increasing the risk of arrhythmias. By now we know the importance of exercise, especially when it comes to the heart. ...click here to read more

When it comes to our health, knowing the right numbers can mean the difference between healthy and unhealthy. Numbers play an important role in our overall health. Numbers can tell us the blood count, the bone density… Basically, anything health-related is associated with a number. When it comes to matters of the heart, there are ...click here to read more

Cardiovascular disease still remains to be the leading cause of death worldwide accounting for 17.3 million deaths, according to the American Heart Association (AHA). In the U.S., 83.6 million Americans are living with some form of cardiovascular disease or the after-effects of stroke. When it comes to matters of the heart, there is more that ...click here to read more

When was the last time you exercised? If you’re scratching your head trying to remember you could be putting your heart at risk. Exercise continues to make headlines as more and more research comes about revealing the endless benefits it provides to overall health, and in particular to the heart. The latest findings are published ...click here to read more

There are close to 24 million people in the United States suffering from COPD or Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disorder and now experts believe this lung disease increases the risk of cardiac death in those with atrial fibrillation. Research conducted through Ghent University Hospital in Belgium indicates that COPD is linked to cardiac issues, such as ...click here to read more

Lupus can contribute to pericarditis – inflammation of the pericardium, a part of the heart. Lupus is an autoimmune disease that can affect many areas of the body, including skin, joints and kidneys. Lupus can also affect the heart in numerous ways as the heart consists of many tissues that can become inflamed and scar. ...click here to read more

Have you ever been so tired that even coffee didn’t give you a pick-me-up, so you reached for an energy drink instead? It may seem harmless to gulp down an energy drink every now and then, just to get through your day, but new warnings from the American Heart Association (AHA) caution against the beverage ...click here to read more

Researchers have found that being married may aid in the recovery of heart surgery patients better than being widows, separated or divorced individuals. The study also revealed that those who never married had a 40 percent higher risk of death or disability during the first two years after heart surgery. Study author, Dr. Mark Neuman, ...click here to read more

Restless leg syndrome has been found to increase the risk of stroke, heart disease and kidney disease. Restless leg syndrome (RLS) is a condition that causes a person to feel an overwhelming urge to move their legs when in an inclined position (laying down). Tingling, aching and itching sensations may occur as well. Restless leg ...click here to read more

Some like it nutty, others prefer caramel but one thing is undeniable, no matter what additions are put in your chocolate it’s bound to satisfy you. Chocolate is guilty pleasure which some of us simply can’t say no to. Whether it’s the smell that gets you or its creaminess, chocolate offers a number of sensations ...click here to read more

Ever experience any numbness, pain or tingling in your hands, arms, feet and legs? Plenty of people suffer from such circulation problems, whether they’re relatively minor, more severe or potentially life-threatening. That’s because cold temperatures make blood vessels in the hands and feet constrict, diverting blood toward some of the more vital organs. Your poor ...click here to read more