A new cardiac surgery, which benefits infants born with underdeveloped hearts, may improve survival rates during the first year of life, according to a study published in the New England Journal of Medicine.
Women who may be experiencing estrogen dominance during menopause may want to stay in contact with a physician, as a new study finds that women who are going through menopausal changes may have a greater risk for heart disease. According to researchers from Northwestern Memorial Hospital, the risk of developing heart disease intensifies immensely when women begin their menopausal cycle, which normally occurs around the age of 50.
Middle-aged women who have a healthy level of vitamin E intake in their diet can lower the risk of developing chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) by 10 percent, according to a study presented at the American Thoracic Society’s annual International Conference in New Orleans.
Consuming foods that are high in calories for breakfast may cause the body to metabolize nutrients differently for the remainder of the day, according to a study published in the International Journal of Obesity.
According to findings published in the journal Neurology, migraine sufferers are twice as likely to have heart attacks compared to people who don’t suffer from the painful headaches. They were also more susceptible to stroke, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, high blood pressure and high cholesterol.
Adding whole grain and bran to one’s diet may help women with type 2 diabetes lower the risk of developing cardiovascular diseases, according to a report in Circulation: Journal of the American Heart Association.
Older individuals may want to consider adding more of the nutritional supplement vitamin D to their diet, as a new study suggests it could potentially decrease the risk of heart disease and diabetes. Findings published in the journal Maturitas revealed that elderly patients who had a high intake of vitamin D had a 43 percent lower risk of developing cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes and metabolic syndrome.
Having good heart health may be as easy as consuming more brown rice, according to a new study.
Individuals who are concerned about their risk for heart disease and diabetes may want to incorporate grapes into their diet, as a new study is suggesting the fruit can help combat these potentially life threatening conditions.
While high cholesterol can be an indicator of people who are at a higher risk of suffering a heart attack, not all people who have a cardiac episode exhibit cut-and-dry symptoms or warning signs.
Currently more than 39 million Americans take cholesterol-lowering statin drugs in order to help keep their blood vessels clear and reduce the risk of heart problems. However, there are many dangerous side effects associated with these prescription drugs including a dramatic decrease in your body’s coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10) levels.
While maintaining a healthy diet is important for everyone, women may want to be especially careful not to eat a lot of foods with a high glycemic index, as it may place them at a greater risk for developing heart disease.
A common phrase could actually be a dangerous problem. A broken heart, which is a result of significant trauma such as a heart attack, can leave the heart weak and susceptible to further complications. However, scientists have uncovered specific cells that could help mend a broken heart.
People who are concerned about their heart health may want to consider taking nutritional supplements such as vitamin D as a way to lower their risk for heart disease, as a new study reveals that the nutrient can potentially protect the organ from damage.
Men who are suffering from erectile dysfunction may want to consider adopting an alkaline diet, which is rich in fruits, vegetables and whole grains, as the problem could be an indicator of cardiovascular problems.
