Cardiology

Intermittent Fasting Linked to a 91% Higher Risk of Cardiovascular Death

Health
Rachel Carter

Recent research presented at the American Heart Association’s 2024 sessions found that individuals adhering to an 8-hour time-restricted eating plan had a ...

How a Standard Blood Test Could Save Your Life

Science
Dr. Sarah Adams

Researchers have developed a novel method to predict imminent heart attacks using standard blood tests and an online tool. Led by Professor ...

New Heart Disease Research Challenges Current Aspirin Guidelines

Health
Rachel Carter

A study reveals that stopping aspirin in certain patients previously taking it for preventing heart disease might increase their risk of cardiovascular ...

Cannabis and Heart Health: A Troubling Connection Uncovered

Health
Rachel Carter

Cannabis use is associated with higher risks of heart attack and stroke, a study of 430,000 adults indicates, stressing the need for ...

High Levels of Niacin (Vitamin B3) Linked to Heart Disease

Health
Rachel Carter

A team from the Cleveland Clinic has identified a new contributor to cardiovascular disease: 4PY, a byproduct of excess niacin (vitamin B-3). ...

Climbing Just 50 Steps a Day Can Cut Your Risk of Heart Disease by 20%

Health
Rachel Carter

A study from Tulane University has found that climbing at least 50 steps or more than five flights of stairs daily can ...

Anxiety and Depression As Silent Accelerators of Cardiovascular Disease

Health
Rachel Carter

Recent research presented at the American Heart Association’s Scientific Sessions 2023 highlights the connection between mental health and cardiovascular disease. Findings show ...

Any Activity – Even Sleeping – Is Better for Your Heart Than Sitting, New Research Shows

Health
Rachel Carter

A study from UCL and the University of Sydney shows that substituting just a few minutes of daily sitting with moderate exercise ...

“Life’s Essential 8” May Make You 6 Years Younger

Health
Rachel Carter

Maintaining high cardiovascular health may result in slower biological aging and a longer, healthier life, according to a study to be presented ...

Marijuana Use May Damage Heart and Brain Health

Health
Rachel Carter

Recent studies indicate that regular marijuana use may raise the risk of cardiovascular diseases like heart failure and stroke, regardless of other ...