(Natural News) Statin drugs, prescribed by doctors to reduce high cholesterol levels and supposedly prevent heart attacks and strokes, are the second most prescribed drugs in the world, after the painkiller hydrocodone. Since one in five Americans between the ages of 40 and 75 take these drugs regularly, it is likely that you are acquainted […]

(Natural News) A study by researchers from the Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard have determined that “a set of genetic mutations in blood cells that arises during aging” can possibly be a major new risk factor for cardiovascular disease. The researchers said that since the mutations are more common in older people (more than […]

(Natural News) A study published in the Journal of Hypertension advises people with metabolic syndrome to participate in high-intensity interval training (HIIT) to improve their cardiovascular health. The study recommends three sessions of four-minute high-intensity exercise every week to improve cardiovascular health. HIIT has been known to improve aortic reservoir pressure, which is a measure […]

(Natural News) By now, we know that both red wine and onions are good for the heart. However, a new Taiwanese study expanded on that by saying that a red wine onion extract is even better at preventing the onset of cardiovascular disease. Red wine has long been studied for its antioxidant content. The grape-based beverage […]

(Natural News) Almonds, like other types of nuts, are ideal snacks – they contain various nutrients and are low in fat. Studies have shown that almonds can also help in maintaining healthy blood lipid levels. In a review published in the Journal of Nutritional Science, researchers reviewed studies on almond consumption and blood lipid levels and found […]

(Natural News) Are you worried about heart disease? With an American dying from cardiovascular disease every 40 seconds, it’s understandable to be afraid of developing the condition that is now the leading cause of death throughout the world. Unfortunately, a lot of the information floating around about the disease and risk factors like cholesterol is […]

(Natural News) Exposure to high concentrations of ambient carbon monoxide in the air may raise the odds of dying from a plethora of cardiovascular conditions, a study published in The Lancet Planetary Health revealed. The scientists noted that the study, which analyzed air quality in various Chinese cities, was consistent with previous European research that […]

(Natural News) It is not new that pharmaceutical drugs come with harmful side effects, like increasing the risk of various health problems like heart attack. A systematic review published in the BMJ confirmed that taking non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) can increase the risk of a heart attack. While the link between NSAIDs and heart problems […]

(Natural News) Cigarette smoking is dangerous for the health of healthy people. It is even more dangerous for people with diabetes as it increases the risk of heart disease and premature death. A study published in The New England Journal of Medicine has found that avoiding the use of tobacco products could significantly cut the risk of […]

(Natural News) Heart disease might sound like it’s practically inevitable, with 17.3 million people dying from it each year – a number that is projected to exceed 23.6 million by the year 2030. However, you actually have far more control over it than you think – and you don’t need to take statins or aspirin […]