A ten-year study found heart calcium scans are most beneficial for patients with borderline or intermediate heart disease risk, offering clearer predictions.
Mindfulness, gratitude, and optimism practices can improve cardiovascular health markers like blood pressure and inflammation within weeks, according to a new study.
A large study found that heavy alcohol consumption increases mortality risk, but at lower levels, wine was linked to lower mortality while beer, cider, and spirits were linked to higher risk.
A six-month trial found that reducing sweet-tasting foods did not curb cravings or improve health markers for diabetes and heart disease.
A study found that 75 minutes of brisk interval walking once a week can reduce body fat and improve fitness as effectively as three weekly sessions.
A study found that eating one avocado daily may reduce heart disease risk in adults with obesity by lowering harmful LDL particle levels in the blood.
A large study found that updated COVID-19 vaccines continue to provide significant protection against cardiovascular disease, especially for older adults and those with underlying conditions.
A study of over 8,300 older adults in Brazil revealed distinct salt-adding habits between men and women, with men more likely to add salt but women's habits more tied to diet and lifestyle.
Research indicates that consuming watermelon is linked to improved diet quality, higher nutrient intake, and potential benefits for heart and blood vessel function.
Stanford Medicine experts highlight five significant health risks of modern cannabis for adults over 65, including heart problems, falls, memory issues, drug interactions, and addiction.
An 800-year-old Chinese exercise, Baduanjin, was found to lower blood pressure as effectively as medication in a large clinical trial, with benefits lasting a year.
A new report suggests fructose may act as a metabolic trigger for obesity and chronic diseases, affecting the body differently than other sugars.
A new injectable biomaterial can travel through the bloodstream to repair damaged tissue, reducing inflammation and promoting healing in animal studies.