Heart Health : 405 Articles

Many of the risk factors for heart disease are modifiable, meaning you have some control over them and can take steps to help prevent heart disease. See this section for the latest research, tips and things you can do today to help keep your heart healthy.

Omega-3 margarines may not help heart

New study findings from Dutch researchers have found that giving…

Canadian food industry advised to cut sodium

The Sodium Working Group (SWG), a task force of medical experts and…

Diet high in fructose may increase blood pressure

U.S researchers are reporting that a diet high in added sugars may do…

'Good' cholesterol may protect against cancer

New study findings are showing that high levels of high-density…

Dairy products may have heart health benefits

According to a new study from Swedish researchers, eating dairy…

Mediterranean diet helps people with heart disease stay healthy

It's well known that a Mediterranean diet can help protect against…

More not necessarily better when it comes to omega-3 fatty acids

New study findings are showing that more omega-3s aren't…

Portuguese-style diet shows promise for heart health benefits

You've likely heard of the many healthy benefits of the…

Study finds refined carbs, not saturated fat, ups risk of heart attack

In the first study of its kind, Danish researchers are reporting that…

Cutting sugary drinks lowers blood pressure

A new study has found a surprising link between sugary drinks and…

Health benefits of pistachios go beyond lowering cholesterol

In case you need another reason to add nuts to your diet, a new study…

Processed meat ups risk of heart disease and diabetes

A massive study from Harvard researchers is showing that processed…

Nuts' cholesterol-lowering effects stronger for some

Eating a serving of nuts each day can lead to lower cholesterol…

High GI foods increase heart disease risk in women

New study findings suggest that consuming carbohydrates with a high…

Daily dark chocolate may prevent heart problems

Just in time for the Easter bunny, new study findings published today…

Study finds flax helps lower cholesterol in men, but not women

Need another reason to add flaxseeds to your diet?  Well known…

Diet can lower older adults' cholesterol too

Older adults can cut their cholesterol levels by adusting their…

Vitamin D cuts risk of heart disease and diabetes in elderly

Vitamin D makes the news yet again this week.  Researchers from…

Chocolate helps cut stroke risk

If you’re still tucking into that leftover chocolate from…

Analysis fails to link saturated fat with heart disease

The saturated fat found mainly in meat and dairy products has a bad…