heart disease
Here’s to Your Health! | America’s Hope (Feb. 21)
Here’s to improving your health! Heart disease and Alzheimer’s are two of the leading causes of death in the United States. In tonight’s episode, we talk to Dr. Hina Chaudhry, a leading research cardiologist. Also, Dr. Sid O’Bryant, a leading clinical psychologist, discusses brain care research that may lead to the prevention of Alzheimer’s disease.
Avoid These: 5 Habits That Increase Your Risk of Heart Disease
Heart disease is one of the leading causes of death in America. A combination of bad habits and poor lifestyle choices can be a major contributor to heart problems. NTD spoke to Emma Suttie, who is an acupuncture physician and a health reporter for The Epoch Times, to find out how you can reduce your […]
Hidden Powers of Vinegar–Detox, Tumor-Fighting, Weight Loss, etc
Why do people now drink–from the glass–what was once confined to the status of seasoning for salad or fish and chips? Vinegar would have to offer powerful health benefits to offset its bitter assault on the taste buds. Today on #VitalSigns we’re going to explore what those are and what die-hard vinegar drinkers may need […]
Artificial Sweeteners May Be Linked to Heart Disease, Study Finds
Researchers said in a new study that artificial sweeteners may be associated with a higher risk of heart disease, saying they “should not be considered a safe alternative to sugar,” but the findings have already been disputed. The study, published in The British Medical Journal on Thursday, examined information on more than 100,000 French adults. Researchers evaluated […]
9 Most Effective Foods That Fight Inflammation | Eat Better
When we look at the diseases that plague our society—arthritis, heart disease, diabetes, high blood pressure, asthma, inflammatory bowel disease (IBD)—we see that long-term lifestyle changes are needed. What might not be as obvious is the common denominator tied to all of them and more: inflammation is at the root of most diseases. By addressing […]
7 Proven Health Benefits of Dark Chocolate | Eat Better
Dark chocolate is loaded with nutrients that can positively affect your health. Made from the seed of the cocoa tree, it is one of the best sources of antioxidants on the planet. Studies show that dark chocolate (not the sugary stuff) can improve health and lower the risk of heart disease. Let’s look at seven proven benefits […]
France Advises Against Moderna Shot for Young People Due to Rare Heart Condition
French health authorities have advised against the use of Moderna’s Spikevax COVID-19 vaccine for people under the age of 30 after a large study published on Monday showed the shot carries a slightly higher risk for heart-related diseases after the second dose. The results from the study that was led by Epi-Phare, an independent group of scientists […]
US Heart Failure Deaths on the Rise, Expert Suggests Diet Change
Deaths from heart failure, one of the nation’s leading killers, is on the rise. A recent study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) showed that in the United States, heart failure has surged by 38% from 2011 to 2017. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), around 5.7 […]
Your Dog’s Food May Be Linked to Canine Heart Disease
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is warning dog owners of a possible link between certain dog food brands and a serious form of canine heart disease. The FDA has investigated more than 500 cases of dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM) in dogs eating certain types of food, according to their statement. DCM is a condition that […]
Cycling to work cuts heart disease and cancer risk in half
Cycling is the healthiest way to travel. It reduce the risk of an early death by 41 percent. Heart disease and cancer risks are reduced by almost half. Dr. Andrew Coward spoke about the health advantages, “Cycling compared to other forms of exercise is more active, more dynamic. So, when you’re on a bike, you’re […]
Why sitting down may not be as bad for you as you thought
Sitting down has a bad reputation—a sedentary lifestyle has been linked to heart disease, type two diabetes and cancer. But it may not be quite as bad for us as we thought. A study by Australia’s University of Sydney has found that inactivity alone does not lead to a higher incidence of diabetes. “Lifestyle has […]