cardiovascular disease

Heart Preserved Over 24 Hours: New Hope for Transplant Patients

Health
Rachel Carter

Summary: Groundbreaking research demonstrates a significant advancement in heart transplant preservation, enabling pig hearts to be kept alive for over 24 hours ...

Hangry bacteria in your gut microbiome are linked to chronic disease – feeding them what they need could lead to happier cells and a healthier body

LifeStyle
Olivia Martin

Diet-related chronic diseases have reached a critical juncture in the U.S. Nearly half the population has prediabetes or diabetes. Over 40% are ...

CaMKII Can Be Regulated to Mitigate Alzheimer’s

Health
Rachel Carter

Summary: The CaMKII protein, critical in brain and heart function, can be regulated to mitigate Alzheimer’s and heart conditions using three types ...

Intermittent fasting flagged as serious health risk

Health
Rachel Carter

Intermittent fasting, a trendy method for weight-loss and targeting inflammation, has been flagged as a serious health risk, the American Heart Association ...

A new study raises concerns about intermittent fasting and a higher risk of death. Here’s why experts aren’t worried.

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Olivia Martin

People who routinely eat only within an eight-hour window — a form of intermittent fasting — have a 91% higher risk of ...

Doctors found tiny microplastics in people’s arteries. Their presence was tied to a higher risk of heart disease.

Health
Rachel Carter

People with microplastics and nanoplastics in plaque lining a major blood vessel in their neck may have a higher risk of heart ...

Smoking cannabis associated with increased risk of heart attack, stroke

Health
Rachel Carter

News Release Wednesday, February 28, 2024 NIH-funded observational study shows risk grows sharply with more frequent use. Frequent cannabis smoking may ...

Red wine is considered good for your health. But is it really?

LifeStyle
Olivia Martin

Many people believe that sipping a glass of red wine can lead to some impressive health benefits. That’s because previous studies have ...

Weight loss drug Wegovy cuts risk of heart attacks in milestone trial

Health
Rachel Carter

PHILADELPHIA — Novo Nordisk’s obesity drug Wegovy notably cut the risk of heart attacks in a landmark cardiovascular trial that affirms the ...

Boost Your Heart: Every Move Counts

Health
Rachel Carter

Summary: A recent study found that moderate to vigorous activity throughout the day significantly benefits heart health compared to sedentary behavior. Analyzing ...