A study published in the journal Scientific Reports shows that dark chocolate intake can significantly reduce the risk of essential hypertension. Essential hypertension refers to high blood pressure that is multi-factorial and does not have a distinct cause. Study: Dark chocolate intake and cardiovascular diseases: a Mendelian randomization study Background Cardiovascular diseases are the leading cause … Read more
To reduce weight, the keto diet has become very popular these days. In fact, the keto diet involves consuming a high amount of fat, a balanced amount of protein, and very low or negligible amounts of carbohydrates. The keto diet includes foods such as meat, cheese, eggs, chicken, nuts, seafood, and seeds. However, the question … Read more
BOSTON – Researchers at Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston have come up with a way to test your risk for dementia or a stroke. They calculate your odds and if you get regular checkups, it shouldn’t require any blood work, labs or a trip to the doctor. What are the Brain Care Score questions? The … Read more
Article courtesy of Dr. Joel Kahn, MD, who is a Clinical Professor of Medicine at Wayne State University School of Medicine, one of the world’s top cardiologists, a best-selling author, lecturer, and a leading expert in plant-based nutrition and holistic care. BACKGROUND You’ve heard of Atkins, MED, vegan, Paleo, Keto, and DASH diets over the … Read more
Two reproductive health conditions common in women, polycystic ovary syndrome and dysmenorrhea, are each associated with increasing cardiovascular disease risk, according to two preliminary studies to be presented at the American Heart Association’s Scientific Sessions 2023. The meeting, to be held Nov. 11-13, in Philadelphia, is a premier global exchange of the latest scientific advancements, … Read more
Mark Hitchman, managing director of Canon Medical Systems UK explains why innovations in Artificial Intelligence for healthcare will deliver time efficiencies and better standards of care for patients. Strokes occur once every five minutes in the UK and are the fourth single leading cause of death. Great results have been achieved in bringing these figures … Read more
In a recent study published in the journal Echo Research & Practice, researchers used a combination of 2D echocardiography, electrocardiography (ECG), and speckle tracking echocardiography (STE) to investigate the variations in male rugby football league (RFL) players’ cardiac function across four main time periods during an RFL season. Cardiac and training load co-evaluation during end … Read more
“It already seems important to follow the official recommendations issued in several countries, such as France, Brazil, Mexico and Israel, to limit as far as possible the consumption of ultra-processed foods containing additives that are not essential to human health,” says Touvier. Previous research has found that food containing emulsifiers can also impact our ability … Read more
Over half of patients with uncontrolled high blood pressure achieved controlled blood pressure measurements after participating in a remote digital monitoring program, according to new research to be presented at the American Heart Association’s Hypertension Scientific Sessions 2023, held Sept. 7-10, 2023, in Boston. The meeting is the premier scientific exchange focused on recent advances … Read more
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is doing everything these days, it seems, from handling customer inquiries to forecasting hurricanes and even driving cars. It’s also helping neurosurgeons speed up delivery of stroke care during the so-called “golden hour” – the first 60 minutes following a stroke in which doctors have the greatest opportunity to restore blood flow … Read more