(Natural News) Scientists have discovered that the body’s mechanism for ensuring oxygen supply to tissues may be compromised by high blood pressure. Say “oxygen” and your mind thinks of happy moments. People are exercising to their hearts’ content. They’re sniffing fresh, clean air, and getting life-giving oxygen from the air into their heart and other […]

(Natural News) Air pollution is a modern-day scourge many city folks can’t ignore. It’s in the toxic smoke we inhale from vehicles. It’s in the cigarette smoke we unwittingly inhale from the guy standing next to us in the checkout counter. More sad news: Even unborn children suffer from the sins their elders commit against […]

(Natural News) People with metabolic syndrome may want to consider adhering to a Mediterranean diet, a widely known low-calorie diet. A study published in the journal Diabetes Care suggests that following a low-calorie Mediterranean diet, in combination with regular physical activity, is more effective in helping in weight loss and improving cardiovascular risk in the […]

(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) When someone has high cholesterol, the blame is often pinned on their consumption of foods like cheese and eggs. While dietary choices can indeed influence your cholesterol – although eggs aren’t quite as bad as once believed – a new study shows that something else could be wreaking havoc on your cholesterol levels, […]

(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) Vegetables with the carotenoid lutein, such as carrots and kale, are often consumed because they can help improve eye health. However, the results of a study have revealed that lutein is also good for the heart. Lutein: A carotenoid that can keep your heart healthy Lutein is crucial for eye health, and the carotenoid […]

(Natural News) Researchers suggest drinking a cup of cocoa after a night of sleeplessness after conducting a study that concluded that flavanol-rich cocoa can reduce the risk of the negative effects of sleep deprivation. The study, which was published in the Journal of Hypertension, revealed that consuming a cup of flavanol-rich cocoa reduces the negative […]