Month: April 2010

People with heart failure are more likely to have a B vitamin deficiency, possibly due to decreased appetite, faster metabolism, and medications that may remove certain nutrients from the body.

A seed related to those used in Chia Pets is a good source of fiber, protein, and antioxidants, but the same benefits can be obtained from eating whole-grain food products.

Taking measures to protect the heart, such as exercising and eating a healthy diet, can also help prevent osteoporosis.

Adding fruits and vegetables to your diet is a simple way to eat more healthfully. Here are some suggestions to make healthy eating more fun and interesting.

A study found that heart disease deaths peaked each year during flu season, because the flu can trigger a heart attack or stroke. Those with heart disease, and those at higher risk of getting it, should get a flu vaccine each year.

A patent foramen ovale is a small hole in the heart which usually closes soon after birth, but if it does not, it may be a cause of stroke later in life.