Tags: Heart disease

‘Heart-To-Heart’ Program Allows Patients To See & Hold Their Own Heart

MEDICINE & HEALTH 02.28.2017 18:09 PM

A cardio program in Texas tries a different, absurd but surprising approach for patients who have undergone transplants.

Intermittent Fasting Reportedly Good For Your Health

02.17.2017 01:06 AM

A new study by a team at University of Southern California suggests a little bit of fasting not just helps managing weight but also keeps a check on heart disease, cancer and diabetes.

‘Apple-Shaped’ Body Predisposes Heart Disease, Type 2 Diabetes

02.16.2017 11:21 AM

Researchers found out that people who stores belly fat and possess an ‘apple shaped’ body may lead to certain conditions such as heart disease and diabetes. What could be the disease principle behind this?

Mediterranean Diet's Effects on Brain Health

10.22.2015 19:30 PM

The popular diet has just gotten better, as this study showed its now healthier for the brain. Alzheimer's and other degenerative brain disorders are shown to be preventable through Mediterranean diet.

Vitamin C Cannot Replace Exercise -- Study

09.08.2015 21:02 PM

A new study on the health benefits of vitamin C intake found some benefits, however it does not recommend replacing exercise with taking supplements.

Heart Disease Tied To Southern US Diet

08.11.2015 00:15 AM

A new study links increased risk of heart disease with the traditionally Southern diet, high in fatty and fried foods.

Depression Raises Death Risk of Heart Failure

05.25.2015 13:59 PM

According to a new study, people with heart failure have a significantly increased risk of death if they suffer from moderate or severe depression.

Divorce Linked to an Increased Risk of Heart Disease in Women

04.15.2015 20:30 PM

The number one cause of death in the United States is coronary heart disease, according to recent statistics. The risk factors that are most often associated with this disease include high blood pressure, smoking and diabetes. And according to a new study, women who have gone through a divorce are more likely to suffer from heart disease.

Treatment for Depression Reduces Risk of Heart Disease

03.09.2015 15:29 PM

In a three-year study of 5,000 patients suffering from moderate to severe depression, those treated with antidepressants showed lower rates of death due to coronary artery disease and stroke compared to those who did not take the medication.

Researchers Find Aspirin May Cause Stomach Bleeding In Women

12.06.2014 21:55 PM

However, a recent study found that regular dosage of aspirin could actually do more harm than good, especially amongst middle-aged women. The study investigated 30,000 women over the age of 45 years old, and participants were randomly assigned to take either 100 mg of aspirin or placebos every other day, to determine whether it lowered their risk of heart disease, stroke, and cancer. The result showed that those taking aspirin were at a significantly higher risk of suffering from stomach bleeding, while the protective effect of aspirin was found to be marginal.

Study Says An Unhappy Marriage Is Bad For a Woman's Heart

11.21.2014 20:38 PM

An Unhappy Marriage Is Bad For a Woman's Heart, Study Says While it is known that an unhappy marriage leads to broken hearts, it may come as a surprise that a broken heart can manifest into something far more real than mere emotional distress.

Trans Fat Causes Poorer Memory, Study Says

11.18.2014 20:14 PM

Trans Fat is Not Only Bad for the Heart, but also Harmful to the Mind, Study Says Trans fat has never been known for its health benefits. It has been associated with cardiovascular diseases caused by high cholesterol levels.