Heart Disease
Heart-Healthy Versions of 5 Favorite Foods
February marks American Heart Month, a time when people are encouraged to be mindful of their cardiovascular well-being, whether that means getting a checkup at the doctor or revamping the contents of their refrigerators and kitchen cabinets. Luckily, the latter may be easier than you think.
Is it true that drinking tea can cut your risk of heart disease? Are there other foods I should eat to protect my heart?
Irregular Heartbeat May Speed Memory Loss in Seniors
Study found that people with atrial fibrillation showed mental declines at earlier age than those without heart condition.
By Steven Reinberg
HealthDay Reporter
Claims 'What's Bad for the Heart Also Bad for the Brain'
Smoking, diabetes, other things that harm physical health linked to poorer mental function, study says.
THURSDAY, May 2 (HealthDay News) -- Heart disease risk factors can lead to a decline in brain function in both younger and older adults, Dutch researchers report.
Compound in Red Meat, Energy Drinks May Have Heart Disease Link
Gut bacteria break down carnitine into another substance that damages blood vessels, study finds.
SUNDAY, April 7 (HealthDay News) -- A compound found in red meat and added as a supplement to popular energy drinks promotes hardening and clogging of the arteries, otherwise known as atherosclerosis, a new study suggests.
Brisk Walking Equals Running for Heart Health: Study
Distance rather than speed reaps the benefits, researchers say.
By Steven Reinberg
HealthDay Reporter
THURSDAY, April 4 (HealthDay News) -- Brisk walking is as good as running for reducing blood pressure, cholesterol and diabetes risk -- three key players in the development of heart disease, a new study finds.
Heart Risks May Also Point to Dementia Risk
Study looked at factors like blood pressure and cholesterol levels
MONDAY, April 1 (HealthDay News) -- Assessing a person's future risk of heart disease and stroke may be a better predictor of mental decline than a dementia risk test, new research suggests.
The study included about 7,800 men and women with an average age of 55. Each participant's risk of heart disease, stroke and dementia was calculated at the start of the study.
What's Good for the Heart May Also Prevent Cancer
By Steven Reinberg
HealthDay Reporter
MONDAY, March 18 (HealthDay News) -- Seven healthy lifestyle tips recommended by heart experts reduce not only the risk of heart disease but also cancer, a new study finds.
Insomnia Might Boost Heart Failure Risk
Large Norwegian study looked at poor sleep quality, disease development over 11 years
By Steven Reinberg
HealthDay Reporter
WEDNESDAY, March 6 (HealthDay News) -- Insomnia may triple the risk of developing heart failure, a large new study from Norway suggests.
