Protecting your heart: Small daily habits that can prevent cardiovascular disease
Protecting your heart: Small daily habits that can prevent cardiovascular disease While ageing naturally places more strain on the heart, it’s never too late to make positive changes. Cardiovascular disease (CVD), which includes heart attacks and strokes, is one of South Africa’s biggest health crises. It is responsible for nearly 1 in 3 deaths across […]
An Avocado a Day May Help Keep Heart Disease at Bay, Study Finds
An Avocado a Day May Help Keep Heart Disease at Bay, Study Finds Research shows that eating an avocado a day may help reduce heart disease risk in people with obesity. A recent study has found that eating an avocado a day may help lower the risk of heart disease in people with obesity. The […]
How the bacteria behind gum disease can affect heart health
How the bacteria behind gum disease can affect heart health Could oral health, and in particular bacteria in the mouth, affect future heart health? Periodontitis is a severe periodontal disease that can damage the tissues and bone supporting the teeth. Past studies show that periodontitis can increase a person’s risk for several health conditions, including […]
Almost 90% of heart disease deaths linked to preventable factors, study finds
Almost 90% of heart disease deaths linked to preventable factors, study finds Most heart disease deaths are linked to three preventable factors, a new study suggests. As of 2021, more than 254 million people globally were living with ischemic heart disease. Previous studies show there are several modifiable risk factors for coronary artery disease. A […]
Growing scientific evidence links e-cigarette chemicals to heart health risks
Growing scientific evidence links e-cigarette chemicals to heart health risks Is vaping bad for my health? As people who use e-cigarettes and their loved ones pose questions like this, growing scientific evidence shows that the answer is yes. Research studies show that several chemicals found in e-cigarettes and produced when used as intended may harm […]
GLP-1s Like Ozempic, Mounjaro Linked to Reduced Stroke, Heart Risks
GLP-1s Like Ozempic, Mounjaro Linked to Reduced Stroke, Heart Risks A growing body of evidence shows that GLP-1 drugs benefit cardiovascular health. GLP-1 medications like Ozempic and Wegovy help protect heart health, but stopping the medications may reduce the protective effects. Some research suggests that GLP-1s containing tirzepatide (Zepbound, Mounjaro) may help lower the risk […]
Experts share 5 things to consider before you stop taking blood pressure meds
Experts share 5 things to consider before you stop taking blood pressure meds Experts explain that some people may be able to gradually come off blood pressure medication with close monitoring, while others may not. Research presented at the 63rd European Renal Association Congress suggests that certain types of calcium channel blockers may increase the […]
Heart disease often silent for years, pharmacist warns as early screening urged
Heart disease often silent for years, pharmacist warns as early screening urged The terrifying truth about heart disease, which continues to be one of the leading causes of serious illness and death, is that it develops quietly – for years, even decades, before making itself known. By then, the damage is often irreversible. Heart disease […]
Your health isn’t luck: take control today to avoid diabetes and hypertension
Your health isn’t luck: take control today to avoid diabetes and hypertension The choices you make today could determine whether you’ll be hiking with your grandkids or watching from the sidelines. It’s easy to feel like our health is just a matter of luck or DNA. But the truth is much more empowering: you have […]
Dreaming of fewer running injuries? Start with better sleep
Dreaming of fewer running injuries? Start with better sleep Recreational running is one of the world’s most popular sports, but it also carries a high injury risk, particularly for those who are poor sleepers. If you are among the 620 million people who lace up their running shoes on a regular basis, chances are that […]