Pain, tingling and cramps in your legs and feet may be giving you a warning. They could be signs of poor blood circulation, which can lead to serious heart and health problems if left untreated, according to a doctor at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston. “Blood delivers oxygen and other important nutrients to the...
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Cardiovascular Health a Major Risk Factor for Dementia
WebMD Health News Ralph Ellis July 01, 2024 In a shifting landscape in dementia risk factors, cardiovascular health (or the health of your heart and blood vessels) is now taking precedence. That’s according to researchers from University College London (UCL) in the United Kingdom who analyzed 27 papers about dementia that had data collected over...
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Pomegranate’s power: Studies show promise in cardiovascular and diabetic health
By Pooja Toshniwal PahariaNov 24 2023Reviewed by Danielle Ellis, B.Sc. In a recent review published in Nutrients, researchers reviewed existing data on the bio-modulatory effects of pomegranate (Punica granatum l., PG) polyphenols on metabolic disorders.Study: The Modulatory Bioeffects of Pomegranate (Punica granatum L.) Polyphenols on Metabolic Disorders: Understanding Their Preventive Role against Metabolic Syndrome. Image...
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Japanese Plum Juice Concentrate Improves Cardiovascular Health
Jun 14, 2023 by Natali Anderson Fruit from the Japanese plum tree (Prunus mume) is a traditional food in Japan. Traditionally referred to as ‘Ume,’ the raw fruit contains toxins, and is therefore processed into juice or wine safe for consumption. Recently, bainiku-ekisu, an infused juice concentrate of Prunus mume, has attracted attention as a health promoting supplement....
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Fertility treatment does not adversely affect cardiovascular health of offspring, international study suggests
A large study on fertility treatment’s effects has found no robust difference in blood pressure, heart rate, lipids, and glucose measurements between children conceived naturally and those conceived using assisted reproductive technologies (ART). The University of Bristol-led study, published in European Heart Journal sought to address concerns around whether fertility treatment leads to adverse cardiometabolic health in offspring. The...
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Microbial polyphenols in Mediterranean diet improve cardiovascular health
By Dr. Priyom Bose, Ph.D. Jan 29 2023 Reviewed by Benedette Cuffari, M.Sc. In Europe, cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) are one of the leading causes of premature deaths. CVDs are associated with an individual’s existing health conditions and habits, such as smoking, hypercholesterolemia, obesity, hypertension, unhealthy food habits, and diabetes mellitus. The American Heart Association (AHA)...
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Not all micronutrients are created equal: Study identifies some supplements that benefit cardiovascular health
by American College of Cardiology Credit: Journal of the American College of Cardiology (2022). DOI: 10.1016/j.jacc.2022.09.048 Healthy diets are rich in antioxidants like amino acids, omega-3 fatty acids and vitamin C, but exactly how beneficial these micronutrients are for cardiovascular health has long been controversial. Now a new meta-analysis published in the Journal of the American College of...
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Exercising between 8–11 am may be best for cardiovascular health
People should exercise in the morning if they want to reap the best cardiovascular benefits, a study suggests. Image credit: wAleksandarNakic/Getty Images. A new study investigates the potential effect of exercising at different times for preventing cardiovascular disease and stroke. The study finds that people who exercise in the morning achieve the greatest reduction in...
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Hormonal changes during menopause are directly related to decline in cardiovascular health
EUROPEAN SOCIETY OF CARDIOLOGY Sophia Antipolis, 13 May 2022: Levels of bad cholesterol rise during menopause, and 10% of this increase is due to shifts in sex hormones. That’s the finding of research published today in the European Journal of Preventive Cardiology, a journal of the ESC.1 Women usually undergo menopause at the age of 48 to...
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Mobvoi launches smartwatch capable of tracking cardiovascular health
By Paul Ridden March 02, 2022 The TicWatch GTH Pro is an activity tracking smartwatch that comes with CardieX technology to monitor the health of a wearer’s heart and arteriesMobvoi Wearable maker Mobvoi has partnered with health technology firm CardieX to launch a new smartwatch that’s reported capable of tracking arterial health. The TicWatch GTH...