Heart Beat: Beans, beans, the magical fruit
Besides the nutritional benefits, eating beans regularly can lower cholesterol and reduce the risk of a heart attack.
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A road map to life in the fat lane
The body’s process of turning fat into artery-blocking plaque is described and illustrated.
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MRI’s emerging role in breast cancer screening
Studies have found that MRI tests used in addition to mammography detected more cancers in women at high risk for breast cancer. Women at average risk would not necessarily benefit from the additional testing.
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Optimism and your health
Numerous studies have shown an association between a positive, optimistic life outlook and lower risk of heart attack, high blood pressure, and coronary artery disease, as well as better overall health and improved longevity.
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Editors’ note
The editors of the Harvard Heart Letter introducean issue focused on acquiring new knowledge in order to improve your health.
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What to do about social anxiety disorder
For those with social anxiety disorder, social situations are highly distressing. The condition may stem from self-image and fear of being judged by others. Treatment typically involves cognitive behavioral therapy and an anti-anxiety medication.
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In the journals: Exercise eases nighttime leg twitches
People who suffer from periodic leg movement disorder, which disrupts sleep, may find that intense exercise during the day results in fewer leg movements during sleep and improved sleep quality.
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In the journals: Research finds that many older people can’t get up from a fall
As people get older, they are at greater risk of falling, and it also becomes more difficult for them to get up after a fall, which may complicate injuries.
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Joint inflammation may point the finger at heart disease
Inflammation from rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, or gout has been linked to an increased risk of heart disease. Drugs are being tested, but the current advice is to exercise, eat a healthy diet, and control weight, blood pressure, and cholesterol.
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Heart Beat: Look alive – it’s Monday!
A public service campaign aims to encourage people to make healthier lifestyle choices by thinking about them each week on Monday.
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