Any infection, including the flu, can stress the heart and lead to higher blood pressure, breathing problems, increased heart rate, or inflammation. Getting a flu shot can help protect the heart.
Research on rats found that a diet containing high levels of tomatoes and broccoli offered some protection from prostate cancer, but researchers have not been able to achieve comparable results in humans.
While calcium is essential for bone strength, some experts believe that Americans are getting too much calcium, which can actually lead to an increased risk of a hip fracture.
It’s not uncommon for exercise enthusiasts to experience a fitness-related injury. Many of these injuries can be avoided with preventive efforts such as proper warm-up and attention to technique.
The Heart Letter evaluates three devices that provide information and feedback about physical activity: a pedometer, a heart rate monitor, and an activity monitor.
A survey by the federal government provides data for a visual representation showing the incidence of heart disease in the United States.
According to researchers, concerns about cranberry juice interfering with the anticoagulant medication warfarin are unfounded.
Lipoproteins come in different sizes. Larger HDL particles remove cholesterol from the body more effectively. A researcher contends that the larger particles are an indicator of longevity, and that this trait can be passed to offspring.
To address the serious problem of high blood pressure among African-American men, researchers gave out information and held screenings at community barbershops.
An accumulation of research shows that following a Mediterranean diet, by eating vegetables, fruits, whole grains, fish, poultry, small amounts of meat and dairy, and moderate amounts of wine, lowers the risk of heart disease and cancer.