HEART HEALTH

Being angry for just 8 minutes could increase risk of a heart attack

People who were asked to recall past events that made them angry experienced a change to their blood vessels that has been linked with heart attacks.

FDA Announces Recall of Heart Pumps Linked to Deaths and Injuries

Americans trust the FDA to make sure medical devices are safe and to act swiftly if problems arise. But a yearlong investigation by KFF Health News revealed that a series of FDA-cleared products, both implanted in the human body and used to treat chronic diseases, have been suspected of contributing to thousands of injuries and patient deaths.

Fad Diet DOUBLES Risk of Cardiovascular Death

A study of over 20,000 adults found that those who followed an 8-hour time-restricted eating schedule, a type of intermittent fasting, had a 91% higher risk of death from cardiovascular disease.

Plastic Found Inside More Than 50% of Plaques From Clogged Arteries

SCIENCE ALERT – Plastics are now everywhere, with tiny fragments found in several major organs of the human body, including the placenta. Given how easily the microscopic particles infiltrate our tissues, it's vital that we learn exactly what kinds of risks they could pose to our health. Researchers have been busy studying the effects of microplastics in mini-replicas of organs, and in mice, to get a sense of how they might impact the human body. However,...

Diet drinks boost risk of dangerous heart condition by 20%, study says

The rate of atrial fibrillation in the US population is growing: The CDC estimates some 12 million Americans will have A-fib by 2030.

Gary Rossington, 71, a founding member of Lynyrd Skynyrd

Rossington underwent quintuple bypass surgery in 2003, suffered a heart attack in 2015, and had numerous subsequent heart surgeries.

Little by little: Small changes can lead to heart health, Mayo Clinic expert says

"By having a good sleep, we also allow our body to recover and to be ready to continue the next day."

Mayo Clinic Minute: How a coronary calcium scan assesses heart attack risk

Do you know your risk of coronary artery disease, the most common form of heart disease?

11 Health Benefits of Beet Juice

HEALTHLINE – Beet juice contains antioxidants, electrolytes, and other compounds that may help support heart and brain health, among other benefits. The beet is a bulbous, sweet root vegetable that most people love or hate. It’s not new on the block, but it’s risen to superfood status over the last decade. Research shows that drinking beet juice, or beetroot juice, may benefit your health. Here’s how. 1. May help lower blood pressure Beet juice may help lower your...

Eat more tomatoes: Learn about its amazing cardiac benefits

Researchers registered a significant reduction in diastolic blood pressure among individuals who used high and moderate amounts of tomatoes in their daily diets.

Top Heart Disease Treatment and Prevention Advancements in 2023

From new medications to gaining better understanding of the link between cardiovascular, kidney disease, and metabolic syndrome, a number of advancements in heart disease prevention and treatment were made in 2023.

Mayo Clinic Minute: Best cooking fats for healthy cholesterol levels

MAYO CLINIC NEWS NETWORK – Are you trying to remember which fat is the good fat to use in the kitchen? If you are confused about whether to use unsaturated fats, polyunsaturated, monounsaturated or saturated fats when cooking, it's understandable. It can be confusing. Dr. Regis Fernandes, a Mayo Clinic cardiologist, says fats that raise your bad cholesterol levels and increase your risk for heart disease are the ones to avoid. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute "Saturated fat...

Peanuts: The Snack That Safeguards the Heart and Helps Prevent Strokes

Delicious and fun to eat, a handful of peanuts a day can help enhance cognitive function, aid in slowing the aging process, and much more.

Want to avoid a heart attack? These are the best and worst foods, according to cardiologists

Cardiologists shared with Fox News Digital their nutrition advice for reducing the risk of coronary disease and heart attacks. Can you guess some of the worst foods for your heart?

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