Analyzing fatty deposits surrounding the heart may help physicians better detect cardiovascular problems, according to a study published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology. During the four-year trial, researchers monitored more than 2,100 heart patients using medical equipment that locates plaque deposits found in major arteries.

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Increased blueberry consumption may reduce the risk of developing atherosclerosis or hardening of the arteries, according to a study published in the Journal of Nutrition. This is because the fruit is a high source of antioxidants, or nutrients that remove free radicals from the body. And free radicals can lead to several health complications, including cardiovascular problems.

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Patients who have developed diabetes or insulin resistance disorders may have an increased risk of blocked arteries, according to a study published in Cell Metabolism. While previous studies have shown that insulin resistance can affect the liver, muscles and fat, a team of researchers used mice to see how the disorder affects the arteries.

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Adding antioxidants to one’s diet may lead to improved artery health and a lower risk of developing cardiovascular problems, according to findings published in Nutrition and Metabolism.

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A new study has found that the androgen receptor (AR), a protein that mediates males sex hormones, may be the reason why men are more likely to develop liver cancer and other illnesses, according to findings published in Science Translational Medicine.

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A new study has found a connection between vitamin A intake and the lung function of newborns, according to findings published in the New England Journal of Medicine.

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Children who are categorized as obese may develop atherosclerosis, the stiffening of blood vessels that leads to clots, according to findings presented at the 31st Annual Society of Behavioral Medicine meeting.

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New research may lead to more recommendations that individuals start taking nutritional supplements such as omega-3 fatty acids. It has been shown that coronary heart disease patients who had higher levels of the nutrient had a lower rate of cellular aging. The study, which is published in the Journal of the American Medical Association, found that patients who had a high dietary intake of omega-3 fatty acids had a lower rate of telomere length, which is a chromosomal marker of biological aging.

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Eating an alkaline diet – which is based on vegetables, whole grains and fruits – may help keep heart issues at bay, as the arteries will stay clear and functioning.

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A new study is giving hope to patients with type 2 diabetes as it’s been found that proper medical care and taking natural diabetes remedies may help prevent coronary artery disease. Until recently, it was believed that those with type 2 diabetes and heart disease had a very grim prognosis, but now some physicians feel that patients can continue to have a long life if they make lifestyle changes.

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A researcher was recently honored for his work in treating coronary artery disease, which is the leading cause of death in the U.S according to eurekalert.org. One way to prevent clogged arteries is with a healthy dietary intake, which one might find with an alkaline diet.

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Researchers in London have found an enzyme responsible for causing clogged arteries. They say matrix metalloproteinase-8 enzyme (MMP8) plays a crucial role in raising blood pressure and causing abnormal build-up of cells in the arteries—both of which increase the risk of heart disease.

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Researchers say understanding risk factors and making healthy lifestyle changes can help to avoid peripheral arterial disease (PAD) and minimize its progression upon diagnosis.

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Texas scientists have said they discovered the secrets of ancient Chinese herbal formulas’ beneficial impact on cardiovascular health.

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Newly published research has given further scientific support to the Dietary Guidelines for Americans (DGA) which had been put to together to promote health and reduce risk of chronic diseases.

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