(Natural News) The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued an emergency Class I recall for a heart surgery device that has killed three people and injured another twenty-two. The device is made by one of the most trusted medical device manufacturers in the world and it has been used by some of the most […]

(Natural News) As you age, your brain will experience changes that could affect your mental function. With cognitive decline being quite common, it is important to maintain brain function by keeping your brain as healthy as it can be. Now, recent evidence suggests that a simple squeeze to your arms and legs might be beneficial for […]

(Natural News) The American Heart Association lists heart disease as one of the leading causes of death in the US. This statistic emphasizes the need to find ways to prevent the onset of this deadly disease. Making healthy lifestyle choices, including proper dietary choices, is one of the best ways to keep your heart and […]

(Natural News) Everybody needs proper rest to allow the mind and body to rejuvenate. While a good night’s sleep is important for overall health, it is particularly crucial for the health of a person’s heart. Recent evidence suggests that inadequate sleep could lead to heart problems. A study published in the journal Psychosomatic Medicine found that […]

(Natural News) Managing diabetes is important as it can lead to many complications if left untreated. Leaving your blood sugar levels uncontrolled can take a toll on your cardiovascular health, increasing the risk for heart failure, heart attack, and other cardiovascular events. This is the finding of a study on middle-aged individuals with Type 2 […]

(Natural News) Stroke-related deaths have been steadily declining in recent years. According to data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), mortality rates for stroke are now at 37.6 deaths per hundred thousand – significantly lower than in the early 2000s. However, a study by the Boston University School of Medicine noted that while the drop is true for older adults, […]

(Natural News) Many people know that plaque buildup is a precursor for heart disease, but what can be done to target this condition? In a recent study published in Nature Medicine, a team from the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in New York identified a specific immune cell found in arterial plaque in those who recently suffered a stroke or […]

(Natural News) Heart disease is the number one cause of death in the United States, and high levels of cholesterol have been linked to this illness. Some studies have also claimed that consuming foods high in cholesterol increases the risk of stroke – another potentially fatal condition. As a result, cholesterol has been vilified to […]

(Natural News) A recent study published in The Lancet revealed that even moderate alcohol consumption can increase the risk of stroke. The study – a collaboration between researchers from the University of Oxford and universities in China – goes against the grain of earlier studies that say modest alcohol consumption has some benefits to a person’s health. In particular, […]

(Natural News) Acupuncture is an age-old traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) practice that has withstood the test of time. Even today, acupuncture is still used to assist in healing and recovery, as well as to relieve discomfort and pain. Acupuncture therapy is popular among patients who have undergone intensive and harsh treatments, such as surgeries and chemo-radiation […]