Scientific literature is abundant when it comes to fatty foods and all sorts of fats in genera. Whether cardiovascular disease or other types of issues, fats should always be left off the menu, however, a recent study shows that there are more negative effects that fats may have. Research conducted by a team of scientists under Dr. Beatrice Golomb’s leadership has shown that men under … [Read more...]
Online Calculator Developed by Harvard Researchers Estimates Cardio Risk
A team of researchers from the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health developed a new online calculator called the Healthy Heart Score. This online tool allows people to easily assess their 20-year risk of developing a cardiovascular illness by adding up day-to-day habits. Apart from the risk evaluation, researchers also provided a collection of practical tips so that individuals using the … [Read more...]
Study refutes testosterone therapy-heart disease link
A new study has refuted the earlier claims that testosterone therapy poses threat to your heart. According to the scientists, testosterone therapy does not increase heart attack risk in older people. Notably, the latest findings contradict previous studies that batted for association between cardiac attacks and the therapy. The contradictory findings comes just two weeks after the US Food … [Read more...]
Childhood Malnutrition Increases Risk Of High Blood Pressure
Malnutrition during childhood is linked with higher diastolic blood pressure, higher resistance to blood flow, and poor heart function during adulthood, according to a new study. New research conducted by researchers at the University of the West Indies reveals the link between inadequate nutrition before birth and up to age five and the harm caused to the heart's development. "If … [Read more...]