(Natural News) A recent study has uncovered the harsh truth about blood pressure: As the incidence of people with elevated or high blood pressure rises, so do the number of deaths related to this deadly condition. High blood pressure — also referred to as hypertension — has earned the “silent killer” moniker, given that the warning signs of […]

(Natural News) Brushing your teeth is not just for a fresh breath or gorgeous smile. According to a study published in the journal Periodontology 2000, the number of teeth we lose can be a key indicator of a person’s life expectancy. The researchers found clear evidence that tooth loss is closely related to some life-threatening health […]

(Natural News) People with heart failure should also take care of their potassium levels. According to a study in the European Journal of Internal Medicine, patients with heart failure who also have abnormally high levels of potassium in the blood are more likely to see themselves be readmitted to a hospital, or worse, die as a […]

(Natural News) When it comes to exercise, strength training is often associated with better bone health, whereas aerobic (also called cardio) exercise is linked to a lower risk of cardiovascular disease. However, weightlifting can help “reduce your risk for a heart attack or stroke,” says a study published in the journal Medicine and Science in […]

(Natural News) The body needs some salt to function, that’s a given – but too much of it can be detrimental to health. One of the potential health risks of high salt intake is the increased risk of cardiovascular diseases, especially high blood pressure, heart attack, and stroke. A recent study published in the journal […]

(Natural News) Spicy foods usually give a “kick” to your taste buds — but they’re more than just that. Researchers found that eating spicy foods helps you live longer and cuts your risk from dying due to cancer, heart disease, and respiratory problems. The researchers, who were from Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health […]

(Natural News) Bok choy, a type of Chinese cabbage, is a popular anti-inflammatory food. The vegetable, which is also called pak choi or pok choi, offers many health benefits. Bok choy is good for heart health and it can also lower your cancer risk. Bok choy contains vitamins A, B1, B2, B3, B5, B6, C, E, and K. […]

(Natural News) Being physically active doesn’t just help you lose weight. In fact, static training can also improve your cardiovascular health. Static activities and heart health Various studies have proven that physical activity is crucial for heart health, but neither research nor recommendations “consistently differentiate between the benefits of different types of physical activity.” According to a […]

(Natural News) Gargal mushrooms (Grifola gargal) could one day be used as an alternative to prescription drugs for heart disease, according to a study in the Journal of Medicinal Food. The research, led by a team from Mie University in Japan, found that the mushrooms can improve symptoms of atherosclerosis, a condition that often leads to cardiovascular disease. This […]

(Natural News) We all know that too much salt can cause heart disease and kill you. Researchers at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) found that the bacteria inside your body defends you against your salt intake. Their findings were published in the journal Nature. In both mice and men, a high-salt diet is known to diminish […]