heart health
Snow-Shoveling Safety Tips to Prevent Back Pain, Heart Problems
Over 70 percent of the U.S. was covered in snow on Thursday.
25 Foods That Have Way More Sugar Than You Think
Consuming too much sugar can lead to several health issues such as weight gain and obesity, type 2 diabetes and heart disease.
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AMPLIFY - Health & WellnessThe Middle-Aged Man's Quick Guide to a Healthy Heart
Heart disease is most prevalent among men when they get to their 50's. This quick guide helps you avoid being part of that statistic.
Is It Possible to 'overdose' on Exercise? Yes, Warns Expert
American Heart Association fellow tells Newsweek that it is possible to have "too much of a 'good thing.'"
Bad Sleep and Overeating Linked in Women, Say Scientists
The study involved over 500 women of a range of ages.
Women Born in the Spring and Summer More Likely to Die From Heart Disease
The study published in "The BMJ" involved over 100,000 women.
Using Cannabis Appears to Change the Structure of Your Heart
"Although a lot of research has been published on the effects of smoking cigarettes much less is known about the effects of recreational cannabis use," Dr. Mohammed Khanji of Queen Mary, University of London, told Newsweek.
Vaping Could Be 'Potentially Even More' Harmful to Hearts Than Smoking
The warning comes amid a U.S.-wide outbreak of vaping-related lung injuries.
What Is a Pulmonary Embolism? Dog the Bounty Hunter's Condition Explained
Duane "Dog the Bounty Hunter" Chapman described his experience with the life-threatening condition in an interview with Dr. Oz.
Blood Pressure Phone App Could Be A 'Game-Changer'
The built-in sensors and the camera work together to record pressure and blood flow.
What's Your Heart Age? Take This Test to Find Out
Millions of people could unknowingly be at risk for a heart attack and stroke, health officials have warned.
Blood Test Diagnoses Heart Attacks Faster
It's a method that many European countries have been using for years, but the U.S. is just now catching up.
Being Overweight Could Change Teenage Heart Structure
Teenagers with a high BMI showed signs of heart problems usually seen in adults.
What Should My Heart Rate Be and Why?
Knowing your heart rate isn't as simple as you'd think—but it's a crucial indicator of health.
Loneliness May Actually Hurt Your Heart
The research suggested that feeling loneliness was a strong indicator of premature death and may double a person's risk of dying of cardiovascular disease.
Study Links Egg Consumption to Lower Heart Disease Risk
But is it all it's cracked up to be?
Fasting Diets 'Could Raise Risk of Diabetes'
Fasting every other day could affect how the body releases insulin.
How Much Exercise Will Keep Your Heart Healthy?
A new study pinpointed how much exercise could prevent the heart from aging.
Can Mindfulness Meditation Lower Your Blood Pressure?
These results are preliminary, but the researchers planned on doing a longer, larger study with funding from the NIH.
What Is Endocarditis? Bump on Hand Reveals Heart Issue
The bump was red at first and turned blue weeks later.
Standing Desks May Not Be Much Better Than Normal Ones
The verdict is still out on whether standing all day is actually all that healthy.
How Noise Pollution Can Take a Toll on Your Heart
"Noise is not just causing annoyance, it actually makes us sick."
Smoking Just One Cigarette a Day Is Still Bad For You
The new study included data from millions of men and women—and the results are striking.
Hot Yoga Is No Better Than Normal Yoga for Your Heart
Hot yoga, which can also be called Bikram yoga, is a series of 26 poses done in a room that can be up to 104 degrees Fahrenheit.
Mediterranean Diet Could Reduce Prostate Cancer Risk
Meanwhile, western diets have not shown to have any protective benefits.
Exercise Helps an Aging Heart No Matter How Old You Are
"This 'dose' of exercise has become my prescription for life."
People Who Eat Fish Have Healthier Brains and Hearts
The FDA recommends at least two servings a week for health benefits.
Baby Born With Half A Heart Gets Second Chance At Life
He suffers from a rare condition called hypoplastic left heart syndrome.
Rare Condition Causes Girl's Heart To Beat Outside Body
Russia native suffers from what's called "Pentalogy of Cantrell."
Big Sugar Actively Tried to Hide How Bad Sucrose Is
After a study funded by Big Sugar began to show that sucrose may have an adverse effect on health, the research was covered up—until now.