Why heart disease and stroke are expected to rise significantly among younger women
A patient’s blood pressure is monitored. (andreswd / Getty Images) (andreswd) Without better prevention and early detection, the…
Low carb or low fat? New study says the key is good carbs and fats
Food fights pitting low-carbohydrate diets against low-fat diets are off the mark when they aim at heart health,…
Adding This Popular Seasoning to Your Food May Take Years Off Your Life, Scientists Find
Research: Table Salt May Take Years Off Your Life Aleksandr Zubkov – Getty Images “Hearst Magazines and Yahoo…
Cardiologist says ‘total cholesterol is not the number that matters’; shares 6 markers that predict heart disease risk
For most people, total cholesterol is the headline number to watch on their blood test reports, but does…
Did you know that your long hours of sitting can undo workout benefits? Cardiologist explains why this may happen
Long hour shifts often mean sitting at your desk for an unhealthy amount of time. With work keeping…
Sports Dietitian Reveals 2 Weird Snacks That Protect Heart Health and Boost Longevity
Cardiovascular disease remains the leading cause of death in the U.S., yet roughly 80 percent of cases are…
Do statins really cause those side effects? What the data shows
Far fewer people who could benefit from statins actually take the cholesterol-lowering drugs now. Many who start taking…
Nearly Half of Americans Have Hypertension—and Most Aren’t Doing Anything about It
Lots of Americans have a blood pressure problem, but plenty aren’t doing much to remedy it, according to…
Should You Eat More Or Less Red Meat? A Public Health Expert Explains
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Weight loss drug Wegovy to be subsidised for Australians with severe obesity
An Ozempic-like medication is set to be listed on the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme shortly, saving patients with “severe”…
Why your gut microbiome is so important for health and how to protect it
Resolutions to improve health typically include measures such as more exercise, a healthier diet and stopping smoking. But…
This $17 gadget can help improve your grip strength in 2026 — here’s why that’s so important
If your New Year’s goals include prioritizing your health, you may want to consider improving your grip strength.…