Those who worry about their heart health often stress over their cholesterol levels.
That’s because for decades mainstream medicine has taught us that cholesterol readings are one of the best indicators of heart disease risk.
But a new study shows that cholesterol is all but worthless as a heart health marker.
… Read MoreWhen it comes to high blood pressure, sodium seems to get all the attention. Cutting out salt is likely the first advice your doctor will offer if your numbers are high.
Sodium raises your blood pressure by pulling water into your blood vessels. This raises your total blood volume which, in turn, increases your blood pressure. Reduce your sodium and you lower your blood pressure.… Read More
Blood-thinning drugs are supposed to cut your risk of having a stroke. That’s the main reason millions of Americans who suffer from atrial fibrillation take them.
These medications include Coumadin (warfarin), Eliquis (apixaban), Pradaxa (dabigatran), and Xarelto (rivaroxaban).1
An alarming new study shows that in many people these drugs actually increase the chances of having a stroke.
… Read MoreWe’ve been recommending high-intensity interval training (HIIT) for years… Now, a major new study shows it can reverse a leading cause of heart failure.
University of Texas scientists recruited 53 people ages 45-64. None of them had ever exercised regularly. And their hearts showed it.
… Read MoreIt’s one of the most terrifying realizations anyone can have: “Oh no, I’m having a heart attack!”
It might be followed by, “Will I die? What can I do to save my life?”
Someone has this moment every 40 seconds in the U.S. And every nine minutes, the victim dies within the first hour.1 2
… Read MoreCelebrity fitness trainer Bob Harper of The Biggest Loser seemingly enjoyed perfect health. He ate right, exercised every day, and passed his physical exams with flying colors.
On TV, he looked indestructible.
But last year, at age 52, Harper suffered a massive heart attack. He went into cardiac arrest while working out at a New York City gym.
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