Study: ‘Couch Potato’ Lifestyles Cause Up to 8% of Global Deaths
“Couch potatoes,” take note: Sedentary behavior now accounts for up to 8% of non-communicable diseases and deaths worldwide, ...
Tag Archives: heart disease
Lots of Belly Fat at Menopause Could Boost Heart Risks
If you are approaching menopause and you have some extra belly fat, new research suggests you might want ...
Whole Wheat Better for You Than White Bread, Study Confirms
New research reinforces advice to include more whole grains in your diet. A diet heavy in “refined” grains ...
Heart Disease Remains No. 1 Killer, But COVID Will Have Big Impact
Heart disease is likely to remain the world’s leading cause of death for years to come, partially due ...
Holiday Treats, Hectic Schedules May Increase Risk Of Heart Attack
Between the ubiquitous goody trays, unending to-do lists and stressful travel itineraries, it can be tough to stay ...
Quick Bursts of Exercise Can Help Diabetics’ Hearts
Frequent, short exercise sessions may be better for diabetes patients’ blood vessels than longer and fewer workouts, and ...
When Was The Last Time You Checked Your Blood Pressure?
Nearly half of American adults are at risk for major health problems because of high blood pressure, according ...
Stroke Prevention For Hispanics Requires A Deeper Look…
Traveling to hospitals in the United States is difficult for Yomi Ogun, M.D., a stroke researcher from Nigeria. ...
Weight Gain Over Time Could Raise Your Risk For Heart Failure
Putting on a few pounds over time may hurt the heart muscle, affecting long-term risk of heart failure, ...
Breastfeeding Can Help Reduce a Woman’s Risk of a Heart Attack
Researchers and doctors have long touted the short- and long-term health benefits of breastfeeding, but research shows it ...
CPR Class Empowers Young Man To Help Others
When Manny Medina was 16, he didn’t know or care much about emergency cardiovascular care as he walked ...
Little changes Can Make Big Differences When It Comes To High Blood Pressure
Sandra Ortiz’s father suffered from high blood pressure and Type 2 diabetes and when he died she witnessed ...
Hispanic Heart Patients Are Not Getting The Care They Need
Some health care providers are dropping the ball when it comes to treating women and minorities with severe ...
Eating Too Much Salt Can Make You More Hungry (Gain Weight)
Salty foods like many processed foods have always been on the black list of foods and for good ...
