Cardiovascular Health

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Any type of surgery has the potential to cause damage to heart tissue, through blood clot formation, long periods of inflammation, or bleeding. (Photo: ANI)

Blood tests before surgery can predict possible adverse outcomes

Study finds link between cardiac blood test before surgery and adverse outcomes.

24 Dec 2019 11:34 AM

High triglycerides can clog arteries and boost chances of developing heart disease, suffering heart attacks or strokes. (Photo: AP)

Can fish oil based drug prevent heart disease?

US approves fish oil-based drug for cutting heart risks.

14 Dec 2019 2:00 PM

Poor oral hygiene leads to bacteria in the blood, causing inflammation in the body. (Photo: ANI)

Good dental health is beneficial for the heart

Brush your teeth for a healthy heart: Study.

02 Dec 2019 8:22 PM

Specific conditions of MetS, namely type 2 diabetes and hypertension, are also inversely associated with coffee consumption. (Photo: ANI)

Could coffee reduce risk of developing cardiovascular issues?

Drinking 1-4 cups coffee daily reduces metabolic syndrome: Study.

27 Nov 2019 3:00 PM

In the years since, the guidelines have focused on the saturated fat found in foods like meat, butter and some packaged foods, saying it should be limited to 10% of calories. (Photo: AP)

Red meat: To eat or not to eat?

Who says you can’t eat red meat? Food advice questioned anew.

14 Oct 2019 1:43 PM

A recent study has revealed that it is associated with cardiovascular risk as well in children. (Photo: ANI)

Cardiovascular risks higher in those born with low birth weight

Low birth weight associated with cardiovascular risk in kids.

05 Oct 2019 2:52 PM

Frequent nappers (3-7 naps a week) tended to be older, male, smokers, weigh more. (Photo: Representational/Pixabay)

Power naps are good for your heart

Siesta improves your heart health, finds study.

16 Sep 2019 11:46 AM

It’s much simpler to give people one medication that manages a couple of risk factors at the same time. (Photo: AP)

This 4-in-1 pill can prevent heart problems

Cheap combo pill cuts heart, stroke risks, study finds.

24 Aug 2019 11:20 AM

Pre-eclampsia is a real-life 'stress test' and the use of transthoracic echocardiography could help us detect early consequences on the heart before women experience symptoms. (Photo: Representational/Pixabay)

Pre-eclampsia can affect pregnant woman’s heart

Effect of pre-eclampsia on cardiovascular health of pregnant women can persist after pregnancy.

04 Jul 2019 10:40 AM

Several studies funded by the Almond Board of California demonstrate the potential cardiovascular benefits of including almonds in healthy diets. (Photo: Pixabay)

World Diabetes Day: Munching almonds could help in maintaining cardiovascular health

Studies funded by Almond Board of California demonstrate potential cardiovascular benefits of including almonds in healthy diets.

14 Nov 2018 10:40 AM

Nuts are a rich source of healthy fats, minerals, and antioxidants, all of which may aid cardiovascular health, they explain. (Photo: Pixabay)

Eating nuts may improve your heart health, says study

This level of consumption may also lessen the risk of developing heart failure, although the findings are less consistent.

16 Jun 2018 6:00 PM

The exercise was designed to help train their mind to pivot from detailed attention to a more broad awareness. (Photo: Pixabay)

Meditation may help improve cardiovascular health

Even a single hour of meditation appears to reduce anxiety and some of the markers for cardiovascular risk.

21 Apr 2018 8:03 AM

Each 10 mmHg increase in diastolic blood pressure - the “bottom” number - was associated with an 18 percent greater chance of miscarriage even when women didn’t have hypertension before conception. (Photo: Pixabay)

Even a little increase in blood pressure before pregnancy tied to miscarriage risk

Study highlights importance of addressing high blood pressure among young women, both for cardiovascular and reproductive health

03 Apr 2018 8:27 AM

While black adults no longer lag behind white people in cardiovascular health as much as they once did. (Photo: Pixabay)

More Americans at risk for heart attack and stroke

But there are many other factors people can change, including poor diet, lack of exercise, smoking, excess weight.

20 Mar 2018 4:03 PM

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