Expert warns of three ‘life-changing’ illnesses if you don’t exercise

Expert warns of three ‘life-changing’ illnesses if you don’t exercise

Obesity is widely recognised as a global crisis, but one health expert has warned of a more insidious trend that’s wreaking havoc on our health and shortening lifespans. Speaking to Steven Bartlett, host of the Diary of CEO podcast, Dr Gabrielle Lyon emphasised the importance of exercise and strength training alongside diet. During their discussion, … Read more

Eating ‘superfood’ daily can lower blood pressure

Eating ‘superfood’ daily can lower blood pressure

They list these veggies to include: arugula bok choy broccoli Brussels sprouts cabbage cauliflower collard greens horseradish kale radish turnips watercress Commenting on what they found, medicalnewstoday.co stated that doing this could mean reducing the risk for major cardiovascular events by 5%. To carry out this research, participants were randomly selected by recruiting 18 participants, … Read more

Doctor warns particular diet ‘could lead to heart issues and dementia’

Doctor warns particular diet ‘could lead to heart issues and dementia’

The carnivore diet has been making waves online, with influencers and everyday individuals alike praising the benefits they’ve reaped from consuming only animal-derived products – some even going as far as to consume raw meat exclusively. Dr Rupy Aujla, while not seeking to undermine anyone’s personal experiences with the diet, did offer some food for … Read more

Net-like pattern on the skin is a red flag sign for this deadly disease – what to look for

Net-like pattern on the skin is a red flag sign for this deadly disease – what to look for

Worldwide, cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death, responsible for nearly 18 million fatalities annually. This includes conditions that affect the heart and circulatory system such as strokes, coronary heart disease and heart failure. And in the UK it is just as deadly, causing around a quarter of all deaths. Therefore, spotting the warning … Read more

Risk of ‘early death’ for almost half of heart patients amid delays

Risk of ‘early death’ for almost half of heart patients amid delays

Health experts have warned that thousands of Brits could be at risk for an “early death” as new figures show the number of people waiting for vital heart care is at a record high. The latest data from NHS England show that patients waiting over four months for time-critical heart care rose to 169,066 in … Read more

One type of food increases heart attack risk by 50%

One type of food increases heart attack risk by 50%

Eating a lot of ultra-processed foods (UPFs) such as sugary cereals, ready meals and fizzy drinks has been linked to poor mental health and a greater risk of dying from heart issues, according to a study. Strategies should be developed to intervene in the exposure to UPFs, researchers urged, in a bid to improve human … Read more

The painful sign in the feet that could signal silent killer disease

The painful sign in the feet that could signal silent killer disease

Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death across the globe, responsible for nearly 18 million fatalities annually. This includes conditions that affect the heart and circulatory system such as strokes, coronary heart disease and heart failure. Within the UK it is just as deadly, causing around a quarter of all deaths. Therefore, spotting the … Read more

Five-minute quiz at home can predict risk of heart attack

Five-minute quiz at home can predict risk of heart attack

Swedish scientists have made a breakthrough with a home test that can reveal the risk of a heart attack in just five minutes, offering hope for early detection. The simple questionnaire, which boasts the same accuracy as blood tests and blood pressure readings, was developed by researchers at the University of Gothenburg and has been … Read more

Expert highlights unmistakable symptom of heart disease

Expert highlights unmistakable symptom of heart disease

Heart disease: Doctor explains how to reduce risk in 2021 Brits are being urged to look out for the telltale signs of a deadly disease, as the number of people awaiting heart care in England rose to a record high. According to the latest NHS figures, cardiac waiting lists rose to 421,433 at the end … Read more

Two signs in the hands that could signal killer disease – what to look

Two signs in the hands that could signal killer disease – what to look

Heart health is a major issue in the UK, with cardiovascular disease accounting for around a quarter of all deaths every single year. This includes conditions and diseases such as coronary heart disease, heart failure and strokes. Around 7.6 million people in the UK are currently living with cardiovascular disease, with this number expected to … Read more