Omega-3-packed fish oil is often touted as a cure for heart ailments, but recent studies have cast doubt on its effectiveness. Among nutritional supplements, fish oil is one of the most popular. Containing omega-3 fatty acids — the type of acids found in oily fish such as tuna, anchovies, and mackerel — fish oil has…
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Many people believe that a low-fat diet is the best way to improve heart health — when, in reality, healthy fats are better than no fat at all. Diet fads come and go. As soon as a new diet comes on the scene, it often seems as if nutritionists quickly learn that the diet doesn’t…
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A shocking new study finds that more Americans than ever before are struggling with high blood pressure. Here’s what you need to know. When your heart pumps blood through your veins, the pressure that your blood puts on your arterial walls is called blood pressure. When your blood pressure is too high, it’s called hypertension.…
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New research suggests cardiovascular damage can be a serious complication of COVID-19. It’s now well-known that COVID-19 primarily affects the respiratory system. However, as doctors and scientists learn more about how the virus affects the body, they’re discovering it also has serious consequences for heart health. A recent study published in JAMA Cardiology revealed that…
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Getting enough sleep is important for more than just feeling rested — in fact, your sleep habits have a direct impact on the health of your heart. According to the CDC, the typical adult needs between seven and eight hours of sleep each night. Missing out on a few hours here and there may not…
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You know taking care of your heart keeps you physically healthy, but it may also help your brain. Taking care of your heart is good for your overall physical wellbeing. But did you know it may also keep your mind sharp as you age? A recent study published in the Journal of the American College…
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Being stuck at home doesn’t mean paying any less attention to your heart health. Here’s how to maintain your health during quarantine. Because of the COVID-19 pandemic, many of us are spending much more time at home. For many people who kept regular exercise or workout routines at gyms and other facilities, the new at-home…
DetailsSilent heart attacks don’t involve the typical symptoms, but they can still be life-threatening. Learn how to detect and prevent a silent heart attack. There’s a lot of misunderstanding about what a heart attack actually feels like. Many people think heart attacks are announced by intense chest pain — but heart attacks are often…
DetailsA recent study has shown that plant-based diets can reduce your risk of developing cardiovascular disease by altering your gut microbiome. Plant-based diets have long been recommended to patients who have had heart attacks or other heart problems. In recent years, we have started seeing more and more concrete evidence suggesting that plant-based diets truly…
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Men and women don’t experience the same heart attack symptoms. Because women’s symptoms are more subtle, being familiar with them could save a life. Quickly recognizing the symptoms of a heart attack can be the difference between life and death. Unfortunately, most people think that heart attack symptoms such as sudden pain in the…
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