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12/09/2019
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By Melissa Smith
Compounds in yam have vasodilating and antioxidant properties
Wild yam joins the roster of heart-healthy foods, as a study published in the Journal of Medicinal Food reveals that a compound called diosgenin in the Dioscorea species of yam has vasodilating effects that may boost cardiovascular health. Researchers from Brazil looked at the effects of diosgenin on the cardiovascular health of rats. They examined both […]
12/04/2019
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By Melissa Smith
What a shock: Developing Type 2 diabetes at a younger age fast-tracks you to the heart disease lane
Managing diabetes is important as it can lead to many complications if left untreated. Leaving your blood sugar levels uncontrolled can take a toll on your cardiovascular health, increasing the risk for heart failure, heart attack, and other cardiovascular events. This is the finding of a study on middle-aged individuals with Type 2 diabetes, published […]
11/27/2019
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By Melissa Smith
Grape juice can increase antioxidant intake without causing high blood sugar or uric acid
Long-term and increased oxidative stress can cause chronic inflammation. This can lead to health problems, such as diabetes, arthritis, neurodegenerative diseases, heart disease and even cancer. You can reduce oxidative stress in your body by consuming antioxidant-rich foods. In a study published in the journal Nutrition Research, researchers suggested that fox grape (Vitis labrusca L.) […]
11/27/2019
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By Melissa Smith
Not getting enough magnesium? You might be at risk of heart disease, depression
Being deficient in nutrients comes with serious health risks. Having low levels of magnesium, for instance, can increase your risk of cardiovascular diseases and depression. In a study published in the journal Atherosclerosis, researchers found that people with low magnesium levels are at risk of developing peripheral artery disease (PAD). When the participants increased their […]
11/26/2019
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By Melissa Smith
Fitness promotes longevity: Study finds a brisk walk every day after age 70 determines health more than CVD risk
Senior citizens may prolong their lives by walking or riding a bike every day. Researchers from Johns Hopkins School of Medicine found that older adults with high physical fitness levels were more likely to live past 80. This was regardless of whether they have any cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk factors, such as high blood pressure, […]
11/26/2019
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By Melissa Smith
Don’t believe the hookah hype: Cardiologists warn that it’s more harmful than cigarettes
Smoking tobacco through a water pipe, or more commonly known as hookah smoking, has been practiced for centuries. Today, it has become a trend, especially among young people. It is perceived by many as a safer alternative to traditional cigarette smoking, but researchers say otherwise. A team of medical researchers headed by Dr. Aruni Bhatnagar […]
11/19/2019
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By Melissa Smith
Adding beetroots to your diet can prevent high blood pressure from salty food
Eating lots of salty food can contribute to the development of hypertension or high blood pressure, which is a key risk factor for many heart-related diseases. Protect yourself from hypertension by adding nitrate-rich beetroots to your diet. A study published in the journal Hypertension found that small amounts of beetroot and other foods loaded with […]
11/13/2019
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By Melissa Smith
Control your blood pressure naturally with these low-glycemic foods
High blood pressure (hypertension) is no small matter – it’s one of the key risk factors for cardiovascular health problems. If you are hypertensive, or know someone who is, studies suggest that a natural, drug-less way to lower blood pressure is by following a low-glycemic diet. Unlike foods with moderate or high scores on the […]
11/07/2019
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By Melissa Smith
The emotional side of heart failure: Why do heart failure patients become depressed?
Heart failure leads to many complications, especially in the cardiovascular system, but research suggests it could also lead to mental health problems. Heart failure patients often suffer from depression and cognitive impairment, and researchers from Canada have uncovered why these problems occur. Their findings were published in the journal Scientific Reports. Researchers from the University of […]
11/06/2019
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By Melissa Smith
These 2 proteins make a healthy heart, according to researchers
Researchers at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and their collaborators find another way to prevent heart attacks. In an animal study published in the journal Science Signaling, the researchers found that two proteins that bind to stress hormones work synergistically to keep the heart healthy. These proteins are stress hormone receptors called glucocorticoid and […]
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