Higher Daily Step Counts Linked with Lower Blood Pressure
The smart watches seen on the wrists of roughly 1 in 5 Americans could be more than just a fun gimmick but a potentially useful research tool to…
To Reap Heart Benefits of a Plant-Based Diet, Avoid Junk Food
Plant-based diets are becoming more popular in many areas of the world, but the health benefits of this dietary pattern may depend largely on the specific foods consumed….
Getting Too Little—or Too Much—Sleep May Be Bad for the Heart
Whether you like to burn the midnight oil to check emails or binge watch your favorite series, toss and turn or sleep until mid-morning, it seems the amount…
Bariatric surgery is linked to significantly fewer heart attacks and strokes
A UK wide study of nearly 7,500 people who are obese or severely obese has found that bariatric surgery is linked to significantly fewer heart attacks and strokes.
Having a Low Birthweight Baby May Increase Risk for Early Heart Failure
It’s normal for expectant parents to worry about how well their baby is developing and growing. But could a newborn’s birthweight serve as a red flag for risks…