Ancient Plant May Help Protect Your Heart by Fixing Your Gut
Researchers studied a traditional Chinese plant called Polygonum capitatum to see if it could help prevent heart disease. Using hamsters on a high-fat diet, …
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A Protein That Fights Heart Disease by Calming Immune Cells
Researchers discovered that a protein called SIRT6 may help prevent atherosclerosis—a condition where fatty buildup clogs arteries and leads to heart disease. …
Read MoreHow Blood Flow Patterns Trigger Heart Disease at the Cellular Level
Scientists discovered how the body's cells lining blood vessels respond differently to smooth versus turbulent blood flow. When blood flows smoothly, it …
Read MoreNew Way to Stop Blood Vessels From Getting Old
Scientists discovered that blocking a protein called SRC might help prevent blood vessels from aging too quickly. Using mice and lab-grown cells, researchers …
Read MoreExercise Helps Fix Blood Vessel Damage From Heart Disease
Scientists discovered that two types of exercise—intense workouts and steady-paced workouts—can help repair damage to blood vessels caused by early heart …
Read MoreNew Treatment Shows Promise for Fixing Damaged Blood Vessels
Scientists created a new treatment that uses sound waves to help blood vessels stay healthy and prevent heart disease. The treatment combines a natural …
Read MoreAncient Chinese Medicine May Help Prevent Heart Disease
Researchers studied a traditional Chinese herbal medicine called Danxia Tiaoban Decoction to understand how it might help prevent atherosclerosis—a condition …
Read MoreA Fiber Supplement May Help Prevent Heart Disease by Changing Gut Bacteria
Researchers discovered that a type of dietary fiber called pectin may help prevent atherosclerosis (hardening of arteries) by changing the bacteria in your …
Read MoreSpecial Diet Plan Helps Protect Heart Arteries in Older Adults
Researchers studied 1,000 older adults with high blood pressure to see if a special eating plan could help protect their heart arteries. Half the group …
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