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02/10/2021
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By Michael Alexander
Supplementing with fish oil and vitamin D may reduce cancer-related deaths, boost heart health
People looking to reduce their risk of cardiovascular disease and cancer may want to improve their vitamin D and omega-3 fatty acid intake, according to recent research from the North American Menopause Society. The meta-analysis, published in the Journal of the American Heart Association (JAHA), looked at 13 studies that focused on the effects of vitamin D and […]
01/01/2021
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By Michael Alexander
Lower your cholesterol naturally with these foods and nutrients
According to data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 73.5 million American adults, or more than 31 percent of the total adult population in the United States, have elevated levels of low-density lipoprotein (LDL), or bad cholesterol. It’s a well-known fact that having high levels of bad cholesterol dramatically increases your risk of […]
12/01/2020
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By Michael Alexander
Heart disease prevention: Here’s what you need to know about hypercholesterolemia
If you ever experience chest pain, loss of balance and cramps on your calves, you may be exhibiting the signs of hypercholesterolemia. What is hypercholesterolemia? Hypercholesterolemia is a condition in which a person has excessive amounts of cholesterol in his system. Cholesterol is a waxy substance required for various bodily functions. For example, it is involved […]
11/26/2020
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By Michael Alexander
Study reveals vitamin C is key for stroke prevention and promoting heart health
Strokes are some of the most common medical conditions in the United States. So common, in fact, that according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), more than 795,000 people in the United States have a stroke every year. Of these cases, 610,000 are classified as first or new strokes, while 185,000 — or […]
11/16/2020
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By Michael Alexander
The dangers of phosphoric acid, a common ingredient linked to increased risk of osteoporosis and heart disease
Bad news, soft drink fans: Your favorite fizzy drinks are increasing your risk of developing osteoporosis and heart disease. This, according to experts, is due to the presence of phosphoric acid in these products. One of the most commonly used mineral acids, phosphoric acid (H3PO4) is a colorless, odorless chemical produced by either treating phosphorus-containing rock with sulfuric acid […]
11/05/2020
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By Michael Alexander
Shedding the pounds and KEEPING the weight off helps improve cardiometabolic factors, say researchers
Those who manage to lose weight and keep it off have a much higher chance at achieving optimal cardiovascular health, a recent study has found. This is according to researchers from Tufts University, who found that people who successfully maintained their new weight, exhibited stabilization — and even further improvement — in their heart health. This […]
10/21/2020
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By Michael Alexander
Report: Lead exposure linked to uptick in annual heart disease deaths in the US
Lead exposure may be driving cases of heart disease in the United States, a study published in the Lancet said. The study, which analyzed data on 14,000 adults, noted that the heavy metal contributed to as many as 412,000 premature deaths each year in the United States – a number estimated to be 10 times larger than […]
09/08/2020
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By Michael Alexander
Human hearts evolved for endurance due to shift from hunting to farming and a modern lifestyle
Hearts evolved to make humans better at endurance tasks, a new study has found. According to research conducted by scientists from Canada, the U.K. and the U.S., this change — which started around the time people shifted from being hunter-gatherers to being farmers — enabled humans to become more efficient at maintaining their energy levels over […]
04/19/2020
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By Michael Alexander
Using drugs to curb high blood pressure? It might lead to gut problems
A word of caution for those with hypertension: A drug you’re taking for treatment could increase your risk of a potentially serious gut problem, according to a new study. Conducted by researchers from Imperial College London, the study, published in the medical journal Circulation, found that calcium-channel blockers – a type of anti-hypertensive medication – may […]
03/31/2020
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By Michael Alexander
Not just for athletes: Whey protein helps prevent loss of muscle mass, age-related weight gain and heart disease among the elderly
As it turns out, whey protein supplements aren’t just for professional athletes and fitness enthusiasts – they’re also beneficial for aging individuals as well. This is according to a compilation of studies that revealed that regular intake of whey protein can have beneficial effects on people over the age of 60. As detailed in individual […]
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