Moderate Coffee Consumption Linked to Lower Risk of Heart, Metabolic Diseases
Moderate caffeine consumption may protect heart health and lower your risk of metabolic diseases. New research suggests consuming three cups of coffee or 200–300 mg of caffeine daily may reduce the risk of developing cardiometabolic diseases compared to consuming little to none. Caffeine may improve cardiometabolic health by lowering inflammation, but excess caffeine is associated with […]
Digital consultations found to improve the rate at which heart failure patients receive optimal medication
Patients with heart failure, a condition affecting more than 60 million worldwide, are four times more likely to receive the optimal combination of medications after 12 weeks of digital consultations. Researchers from five Dutch hospitals, coordinated by Amsterdam UMC, found that the use of digital consults improved care while maintaining patient satisfaction. These results are […]
Study finds baked potatoes can improve heart health for diabetics
The potato is small enough to fit inside a person’s hand yet contains enough nutrients to whittle waistlines and lower blood sugar in adults with type 2 diabetes. Yet, despite the fact that potatoes—particularly the skins—are packed with health-boosting nutrients, they routinely get a bad rap among dieters. That may soon change, thanks to new […]
Diet rich in fruits and vegetables may reduce heart and kidney disease risk
Eating more fruits and vegetables could help lower the risk of heart and kidney disease, a study finds. Uncontrolled high blood pressure can cause complications such as chronic kidney disease and increase the risk of death due to cardiovascular diseases. Lifestyle modifications, such as adopting a diet rich in fruits and vegetables, and drug therapy […]
Delaying Type 2 Diabetes Can Reduce Your Risk of Heart Disease and Death
People who delayed the onset of type 2 diabetes for 4 years or more had a lower long-term risk of death and diabetes complications. Participants in the study were all diagnosed with prediabetes and elevated blood sugar not high enough to be considered type 2 diabetes. Lifestyle programs of healthy diet and physical activity have […]
Fat burning heart rate: Everything you need to know
Fat burning heart rate: Everything you need to know The fat burning heart rate is the rate at which a person’s heart should beat per minute to achieve maximum fat burning results. Charts and calculations can help work out an individual’s likely fat burning heart rate for their age. Fitness professionals and people looking to […]
Daily beetroot juice intake could help protect heart health after menopause
Drinking beetroot juice on a daily basis could help keep heart disease at bay after menopause. Daily beetroot juice may promote cardiovascular health in women at the post menausal stage, a new study claims. The juice may be a good source of critical nitrate that keeps blood vessels functioning well. The study found, however, that when […]
Eating more choline may help lower heart disease risk
Choline in foods such as cabbage, brussel sprouts, wheat germ and quinoa may have cardioprotective properties, new research indicates. Choline is a nutrient essential for heart health and brain function and is found in many foods like whole eggs, soybeans, and cruciferous vegetables. New research suggests moderate choline intake may reduce the risk of atherosclerotic […]
Study shows orange peel extract may improve heart health
Orange peels may hold a key to better cardiovascular health, new University of Florida-led research shows. The findings are published in the Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry. Heart disease is the leading cause of death for men, women and people of most racial and ethnic groups, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Recent research […]
Climbing stairs may improve heart health, promote longevity
Researchers say climbing stairs instead of taking the elevator is good for your heart. Researchers report that stair climbers reduce their risk of dying from cardiovascular disease by 39% compared to people who don’t use stairs. They say climbing stairs likely benefits the heart because it combines cardiovascular and resistance exercise. Experts say more […]