"Let’s be honest—who doesn’t enjoy a cup of coffee (or two) in the morning, afternoon, or somewhere in between? Each day, Americans drink more than 400 million cups of coffee, and for regular coffee drinkers, kicking the habit can be tough. But according to a recent study published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology, we shouldn’t feel guilty about our coffee drinking habits as it may help protect our hearts." Read more..
"Your heart, like any other muscle, can weaken over time, especially if you are sedentary. As you age and become less active, the muscle in your heart's left ventricle — the chamber that pumps oxygen-rich blood back out to the body — becomes stiffer." Read more...
"Rather than an apple, let’s use a tomato. Rather than a general doctor, let’s substitute a heart doctor. Maybe all along the advice should have been, “A tomato a day keeps the heart doctor away.”" Read more...
The British Heart Foundation (BHF) says recently published data linking vitamin D food supplements and heart health is encouraging but called for more research before giving its full support.
Women visiting their doctor are less likely to be advised regarding heart health and more likely to be told to lose weight, according to a recent study that will be presented at the upcoming American College of Cardiology's 65th Annual Scientific Session.
New research adds to a growing body of evidence suggesting that keeping your heart fit may help your mind stay sharp as well. Read more....
