Do you experience bouts of anger? A study determined intense bursts of anger dramatically increase the risk of heart attacks.
During the last ten years, thanks to numerous studies, we know there are healthy fats our bodies need to function properly, and there are harmful ones that support the development of disease. In general plant based fats fall into the healthy category. A recent study, published in the journal Molecular Psychiatry, suggests that stress stops the positive effects of choosing good fats.
Is there a supplement that can take the place of exercise? Not completely, in terms of its numerous health related benefits. However, because more than 50 percent of obese and overweight adults are do not exercise to improve their health, a new study suggests taking a certain vitamin can have similar heart related (cardiovascular) benefits comparable to regular exercise.
A study of peanut consumption showed that including them as a part of a high fat meal improved the post-meal triglyceride response and preserved artery function.
Serious heart attacks are affecting younger and more obese individuals, and rates of high blood pressure, diabetes and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease remain elevated.
Eating foods rich in omega-3 fatty acids may lower the risk of death from heart attack. This is the finding of new research published in JAMA Internal Medicine.
Two studies have determined consuming beverages containing a certain ingredient is linked to a significant increase in the risk of developing cardiovascular (heart) disease, type 2 diabetes and stroke.
Research studies have found that walnuts improve cognitive functioning, including memory, lowers the risk of developing Type 2 Diabetes and slows cancer progression. Researchers from Loma Linda University and the hospital Clinic of Barcelona have determined that walnut possess additional health benefits.