Most Iranians Do Well on Heart Health, But Exercise and Diet Need Work
Researchers in Iran checked the heart health of over 25,000 adults using a simple 7-point checklist from the American Heart Association. The good news: most …
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What Mom Eats During Pregnancy May Affect Baby's Heart Health Later
Researchers discovered that when pregnant and nursing mothers eat a high-fat diet, it can cause lasting changes in their sons' blood vessels that make them …
Read MoreSouth Asian Adults Face Heart Disease Risk Earlier Than Others
A major study comparing heart disease risk factors across different racial and ethnic groups in America found that South Asian adults develop dangerous health …
Read MoreWhat's Making Hungarians Sick? A Health Crisis Report
Researchers looked at what diseases and health problems are affecting people in Hungary the most. They found that heart disease, cancer, and joint problems are …
Read MoreNew Program Helps Latina Women Protect Their Hearts During Midlife
Researchers tested a new health program designed specifically for Latina women going through midlife changes. The program taught women about healthy eating, …
Read MoreHow Poor Nutrition During Pregnancy May Harm a Baby's Heart
Researchers studied pregnant baboons to understand how not eating enough food during pregnancy affects a baby's heart development. They found that when …
Read MoreWhat Scientists Say About Mediterranean and DASH Diets for Heart Health
Researchers are discussing how two popular heart-healthy diets—the Mediterranean diet and the DASH diet—might work even better when combined. This conversation …
Read MoreFree Produce Could Save Money and Lives for Diabetics
Researchers used computer models to predict what would happen if the U.S. gave free fresh fruits and vegetables to people with diabetes who struggle to afford …
Read MoreNew Way to Spot Heart Disease Risk Beyond Just Weight
Researchers studied over 9,500 people to find a better way to predict who might develop heart disease. They discovered that a simple blood test measuring two …
Read MoreWhat Women Should Know About TMAO and Heart Health
Researchers studied how certain foods eaten by women after menopause affect chemicals in the body that might increase heart disease risk. They found that …
Read MoreWhat College Students Eat Affects Their Heart Health
Researchers studied 404 college students in Ecuador to understand how their eating habits and background affect their heart health. They found that students …
Read MoreFoods That Help Your Heart Work Better: What Science Shows
Researchers looked at 133 studies to find out which foods and eating patterns help your heart's blood vessels stay healthy. They found that eating fruits, …
Read MoreClean Air and Green Spaces Help Kids Avoid High Blood Pressure
Researchers studied nearly 2,400 children and teenagers across Europe to see how air pollution and nearby green spaces affect their blood pressure. Over 6 …
Read MoreWhat You Eat Matters for Healthy Blood Vessels
Peripheral artery disease (PAD) happens when blood vessels in your legs and arms get clogged, similar to heart disease. This review looked at how food choices …
Read More6 Simple Lifestyle Changes That Protect Women's Hearts
A new review shows that six key lifestyle habits—exercise, healthy eating, good sleep, stress management, strong relationships, and avoiding harmful …
Read MoreFish and Omega-3 Pills Both Boost Heart-Healthy Levels in Young Adults
Researchers wanted to know if eating fish or taking omega-3 supplements actually works to improve heart health markers in young people. They studied 40 healthy …
Read MoreWeight Loss Surgery May Help Teen Hearts Recover
Severe obesity can damage the heart, especially in teenagers. Researchers studied whether weight loss surgery could help fix this damage in teens aged 14-16 …
Read MoreWhy People in Ghana Drink Too Much and Eat Too Much Salt
Researchers in Ghana wanted to understand why people consume too much alcohol and salt, which can lead to heart disease and cancer. Instead of just blaming …
Read MoreCan Nuts and Beans Help Keep Your Blood Clots Healthy?
Researchers reviewed scientific evidence about how nuts and legumes (beans, lentils, peas) might help control blood clotting. Your blood needs to clot to stop …
Read MoreHow Exercise Boosts Heart Health in People with High Cholesterol
Researchers studied how intense exercise and a natural body chemical called NAD+ protect the heart from damage caused by high cholesterol. Using mice with high …
Read MoreCan Eating Nuts Help Your Heart by Changing Your Genes?
Scientists are discovering that eating nuts might help protect your heart in a surprising way—by changing how your body's genes work. Your genes are like …
Read MoreMediterranean Diet: A Natural Way to Lower Blood Pressure
Researchers reviewed decades of scientific studies to understand how the Mediterranean diet—rich in olive oil, fish, vegetables, and whole grains—helps lower …
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