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02/14/2020 / By Tracey Watson

Bon voyage! Study suggests taking vacations helps boost heart health

Statistics indicate that around a quarter of all adults have a condition known as metabolic syndrome, a cluster of risk factors associated with an elevated risk of Type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease and stroke. The risk of metabolic syndrome increases with age, and lifestyle issues like not exercising enough, smoking and carrying extra weight also […]

09/10/2019 / By Edsel Cook

Your liver’s connection to heart health: NAFLD increases your risk for heart attack and stroke

Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) also affects cardiovascular health. Patients with this liver disorder are much more likely to develop heart disease or experience a stroke. NAFLD is the most widespread hepatic condition in the United States. Characterized by fat comprising more than five percent of the liver, NAFLD can develop into a more serious disease. People with […]

05/30/2019 / By Evangelyn Rodriguez

Veld grape: A traditional medicine for metabolic syndrome

A new study was published in The Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine describing a supplement that can reduce body fat and attenuate the symptoms of metabolic syndrome. This supplement contained leaf and stem extracts from Cissus quandrangularis, a plant commonly known as veld grape. When taken daily by overweight individuals, this supplement effectively decreased their waist and […]

05/27/2019 / By Michelle Simmons

You gotta start ’em young: Teens with healthy muscle mass are less likely to have metabolic syndrome

Teens may want to consider building their muscles not only for aesthetics but also for health reasons. Researchers from Hallym University College of Medicine in South Korea found in their study that teens with low muscle mass were more likely to develop metabolic syndrome. Metabolic syndrome is a group of risk factors that increase a […]

05/09/2019 / By Michelle Simmons

Adolescents with low muscle mass at risk of developing metabolic syndrome

Researchers from Hallym University College of Medicine in South Korea examined whether low muscle mass in teens is associated with metabolic syndrome. The researchers published their findings in the journal Nutrition Research. For the study, the researchers observed 1,420 participants aged 12 to 19 years, who were part of the Korea National Health and Nutrition […]

03/18/2019 / By Zoey Sky

Lifting weights for about an hour a week lowers your risk of heart attack by up to 70%

When it comes to exercise, strength training is often associated with better bone health, whereas aerobic (also called cardio) exercise is linked to a lower risk of cardiovascular disease. However, weightlifting can help “reduce your risk for a heart attack or stroke,” says a study published in the journal Medicine and Science in Sports and […]

02/27/2019 / By Ellaine Castillo

Catechins in green tea found to improve symptoms of metabolic syndrome in obese people

Japanese scientists have found more reasons for people to enjoy their daily cup of tea. Their study, which was published in the journal Nutrition Research, showed that catechins found in green tea can improve metabolic syndrome and reduce abdominal fat in obese and overweight individuals. More than 34 percent of adults in the U.S. suffer from […]

02/13/2019 / By Michelle Simmons

Even a little is harmful: New study suggests having even two cans of soda per week increases risk of metabolic syndrome, including heart disease, diabetes, stroke

We have reached a sad state of affairs, where soda is now a must in our diet, even when we know them to be detrimental to our health. Medical researchers hope that by providing new reasons to stop indulging in these sugary drinks, we will see the light — and soon. Recently, researchers have concluded […]

02/04/2019 / By Michelle Simmons

The long-term benefits of a Mediterranean diet on people with metabolic syndrome

People with metabolic syndrome may want to consider adhering to a Mediterranean diet, a widely known low-calorie diet. A study published in the journal Diabetes Care suggests that following a low-calorie Mediterranean diet, in combination with regular physical activity, is more effective in helping in weight loss and improving cardiovascular risk in the long run, […]

02/01/2019 / By Michelle Simmons

Here’s why people with metabolic syndrome should participate in a high-intensity interval training

A study published in the Journal of Hypertension advises people with metabolic syndrome to participate in high-intensity interval training (HIIT) to improve their cardiovascular health. The study recommends three sessions of four-minute high-intensity exercise every week to improve cardiovascular health. HIIT has been known to improve aortic reservoir pressure, which is a measure of aorta’s […]

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