Scientists in the UK say they have revealed how to mend a broken heart.

Broken heart syndrome is a very real condition that is typically brought on by severe emotional distress, such as the loss of a loved one.

But this new study has confirmed two fairly simple things that can make an difference in patients’ hearts.

Dr David Gamble is a Cardiologist and clinical academic from the University of Aberdeen in Scotland. He spoke to ABC NewsRadio’s Sarah Morice.