Millions of men and women in the U.S. have coronary artery disease (CAD), which refers to the build-up of cholesterol deposits (or plaque) in the arteries leading to the heart. [...]
Category: Cardiovascular Health
These common pantry staples skyrocket heart attack and stroke risk
I’ve been writing a lot recently about the dangers of diets high in ultra-processed, “convenience foods.” For one, research shows they increase your risk of dying from any cause. And [...]
These common drugs increase heart disease risk
Doctors prescribe steroids for any number of health conditions—from asthma and multiple sclerosis to ear infections and plantar fasciitis. They’re supposed to work by reducing inflammation. But [...]
[EXPOSED] Marijuana skyrockets risk of heart attack and stroke
After the general election last fall, another round of states further loosened their marijuana laws. Yet, at the same time, we received even more disturbing news about the serious medical [...]
Add these nutritional powerhouses to your holiday feasts
At Christmastime, I always enjoy listening to Tchaikovsky’s Nutcracker Suite. It’s a beautiful piece of music that’s easy to keep in the background during the busy holidays. We also have a [...]
More ways olive oil, vinegar, and red wine protect against cardiovascular disease
I often talk about the benefits of following a traditional, Mediterranean-type diet. It’s considered the healthiest diet on the planet by experts far and wide. In fact, people who follow it [...]
Two common heart surgeries DON’T benefit patients
A massive, $100 million study recently looked at outcomes for men and women with blocked arteries who received two common, but highly invasive, surgical procedures. It turns out, they fare no [...]
Urgent heart warning for women
Each year in the United States, more than 500,000 people experience cardiac arrest. But only 15 percent of its victims survive. In fact, cardiac arrests claim more lives each year than colon [...]
Snowbirds protect their hearts by going south
Scientists have known for a long time that heart attacks increase in frequency during the dark, cold winter months—and decrease during the bright, warm summer months. What’s more, places that are [...]
Minerals are a gold mine for lowering your blood pressure
I’d like to round out this week with yet another way to support your cardiovascular health and manage your blood pressure without taking drugs. We’ve already looked at food and nutrients [...]
