Heart

Indoor Air Purification Can Benefit Heart, Study

By Peter R - May 29, 2015 10:26 AM EDT

A new study done by researchers in China claims air purification showed improvement in markers of cardiopulmonary health.

Now, A Vaccine for Hypertension In The Making

By Peter R - May 27, 2015 08:05 PM EDT

Researchers tested the DNA vaccine in rats to find that it lowered blood pressure for six months.

More Than Two Daily Alcohol Drinks Leads to Heart Damage in Seniors

By Peter R - May 27, 2015 02:24 PM EDT

A study showed enlargement of the heart wall muscle, more prominently in women participants who consumed more than two drinks a day.

Racing Heart Indicates Higher Diabetes Risk, Study

By Peter R - May 23, 2015 06:25 PM EDT

A new study published in the International Journal of Epidemiology claims that faster heart beat could indicate greater risk of diabetes.

Want to Add 5 Years to Your Life? Exercise 3 Hours a Week in Old Age

By Peter R - May 15, 2015 03:50 PM EDT

New study from Norway shows reduced mortality risk among older adults who have three or more hours of exercise every week.

Handshakes Trump Blood Pressure Levels at Predicting Heart Disease Risk

By Peter R - May 14, 2015 11:11 AM EDT

A study done by researchers at McMaster University found a 17 percent higher riks with every decrease in 5 kg force of grip.

Two Minute Walk can Boost Health and Life: Study

By Peter R - May 01, 2015 05:05 PM EDT

University of Utah health experts have shown that a two-minute stroll every year can contribute towards meeting weekly exercise recommendations.

Mormons and Muslims Beware: Polygamy QUADRUPLES Heart Disease Risk

By R. Siva Kumar - Apr 30, 2015 09:54 AM EDT

Research shows that the more the number of wives (at the same time), the greater the risk of cardiovascular attacks.

Short Men Beware: Small Statures Linked to More Heart Problems

By Peter R - Apr 09, 2015 04:19 PM EDT

New study found strong link between height and coronary heart disease.

Heart Health Tip: Pomegranate-And-Date Juice Cuts Heart Attacks

By R. Siva Kumar - Apr 09, 2015 01:38 PM EDT

Just a four-ounce glass of pomegranate juice, with three dates make a deadly concoction to help protect you from heart disease.

Study Finds Link Between Diet Soda and Belly Fat in Older Adults

By Cheri Cheng - Mar 18, 2015 02:25 PM EDT

A new study is reporting that older adults who drink diet soda daily are more likely to have wider waist circumferences, which can be detrimental to their overall health.

Heart Failure a Thing of the Past with Texas's Bionic Heart

By Peter R - Mar 12, 2015 01:45 PM EDT

The bionic heart has only one moving part and can adjust itself according to body's activity.

Novel Anti-Aging Treatment Shows Immense Promise in Animal Studies

By Peter R - Mar 11, 2015 07:44 AM EDT

Researchers combined a cancer drug and an antihistamine to improve lifespan in mice.

Light Exercise, Housework Signficantly Cuts Heart Risk in Seniors: Study

By Peter R - Feb 19, 2015 12:48 PM EST

A new study claims that a reduction in 10-year heart attack risk in elders who get light exercise every day.

An Optimist Has A Healthier Heart

By R. Siva Kumar - Jan 12, 2015 09:12 AM EST

Optimism can improve cardiovascular health, blood sugar and cholesterol levels, says a study.

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