Deaths from heart disease are alarmingly common in the United States, making it crucial for you to know your risk for cardiovascular complications and how to prevent this affliction from claiming you as a victim. The sad truth is that…
Imagine a natural super-vegetable oil that not only adds a delicious taste to your food, it can also help reduce high blood pressure. You’d think it’s too good to be true, but Brazilian researchers have discovered that coconut oil, combined…
You’ve likely heard the advice from dietitians for years – no single food is so unhealthy that it can’t be included, in moderation, in a healthy diet. Well, recent research may force them to rethink that statement when it comes…
Did you know that heart disease is the number one killer of women in the United States? In fact, 1 in 4 women die from heart disease, but there’s good news. A recent study reveals that you can reduce your…
This is the year to prioritize fun and play in your life. It may sound silly, but adults can benefit from play in numerous ways. Stuart Brown, founder of the National Institute for Play, has dedicated his career to studying…
Most people understand the importance of quality sleep, but many may not be aware that consistently not getting enough sleep could harm their health. Besides feeling groggy and having a hard time focusing, sleep deprivation can negatively impact bone density…
Heart disease remains a leading cause of death worldwide, despite advancements in pharmacological and surgical treatments for cardiovascular diseases. Many of these conditions are preventable, yet reactive treatments like beta blockers, stents, and defibrillators continue to dominate. To truly combat…
Laurent Vidal, a 30-year-old French Olympic triathlete, tragically experienced a heart attack during a training session last year. While he stopped training and took the necessary precautions, he still passed away from cardiac arrest while sleeping. What Vidal, his trainers,…
The ongoing debate about the effectiveness of antioxidants in protecting against cardiovascular disease, one of the leading causes of death today, has resurfaced. While numerous potential factors increase risks and accelerate cardiovascular disease, chronic inflammation and oxidization from free radical…
Cardiovascular disease, the leading cause of death worldwide, often stems from inflammation. Although cholesterol, blood pressure, and body weight are usually the focus of media attention, inflammation is a key player in the development of cardiovascular and other chronic diseases.…
You’ve likely already encountered the health wonders of omega-3 and omega-6 – the essential polyunsaturated fats that our body needs to function properly. But it’s time to introduce you to another unsaturated fat that holds remarkable health benefits – omega-9.…
A little bit of sugar is essential for a healthy body. While that might sound strange, it’s absolutely true. Our ancestors relied on sugar-rich ripe fruits for energy, heart-healthy antioxidant nutrients, and fat storage, which ensured their survival during lean…