Heart disease is a concern that demands attention. An alarming number of Americans are affected by it and in worse cases, faced with death. As the leading cause of death in the U.S., heart disease claims an American life every…
The new cardiovascular risk reduction guidelines, or cholesterol treatment guidelines, are crucial for doctors and patients nationwide. They provide a standard of care in determining cardiovascular risk and creating individualized treatment plans. Interestingly, these guidelines now include specific lifestyle recommendations,…
Your emotions have a tremendous impact on your health, and one particularly detrimental emotion is anger. Uncontrollable anger has been linked to inflammation in the body, which researchers at the University of Chicago have discovered, can potentially lead to heart…
A little-known fact is that heart issues are often caused by the buildup of calcium in the arteries. Researchers have developed a simple ruler trick to help you potentially gauge your risk of excess coronary artery calcium (CAC). Why is…
Imagine slashing your risk of heart failure-related death in half with just one simple supplement readily available at your local supermarket or health food store. Sounds too good to be true, right? Well, it’s not. Numerous studies have found Coenzyme…
Imagine suffering from chest pain so severe that it triples your risk of a fatal heart attack. This is the reality for a large group of people who suffer from angina, a type of chest pain caused by blocked arteries…
It’s no secret that heart and vascular disease has become an epidemic, but what many people don’t realize is that the risk of heart disease increases with age. This increase in risk has been linked to male menopause and the…
Imagine stepping outside and taking a deep breath, unaware that the air you’re inhaling could actually harm your heart health. For those living in areas with high levels of air pollution, this may be a reality they’re not even aware…
We all take great care to ensure that our heart is healthy: eating the right diets, partaking in cardio classes, taking aspirin, and buying blood pressure monitors. But did you know that meditation also holds the key to cardiovascular health?…
In today’s fast-paced world, we’re always looking for ways to squeeze more time out of the day. Often, this involves cutting back on sleep. However, this common habit can have severe consequences on our heart health and even compromise our…
Are you a glass half full or glass half empty kind of person? Your answer may have a significant impact on your heart health. According to researchers at Johns Hopkins, maintaining a positive outlook can reduce your risk of a…
The American Heart Association (AHA) has acknowledged that alternative therapies can be effective in lowering blood pressure. In a scientific statement published in its journal Hypertension, a panel assembled by the AHA concluded that alternative approaches can be beneficial for…