Health experts have issued an urgent warning as research linked a popular low-calorie sugar substitute with an increased risk of heart attack, stroke and cardiovascular-related deaths. A new study, published in the European Heart Journal, found that a type of sweetener could be damaging to our health. Xylitol, a sugar alcohol, is used as an … Read more
Many of us are aware of the importance of having a good oral hygiene routine. Regularly brushing and flossing our teeth is vital for preventing tooth decay and bad breath. However, not sticking to these habits could have even more serious consequences than we might realise. According to one expert, not looking after our teeth … Read more
For many Brits, enjoying an alcoholic drink before catching a flight marks the official start to the holiday. No matter how early in the day it’s common to see the airport pubs buzzing with people. While there’s usually nothing wrong with having a small tipple every now and then, enjoying one before a flight could … Read more
A pioneering drug that targets a life-threatening heart condition is “a beacon of hope” for thousands of sufferers, says a businessman given five years to live. Peter Salussolia, 80, from South West London, was diagnosed with transthyretin amyloidosis cardiomyopathy (ATTR-CM) in 2018. The potentially fatal condition causes clumps of protein to build up in the heart, … Read more
Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States. People of most racial and ethnic groups in the country are more likely to die from a heart-related issue than anything else. These statistics are startling, and if you’ve ever felt overwhelmed when researching what you can do to improve your heart health, … Read more
When Amy Roberts was born with only half a working heart, she was not expected to survive. Doctors had advised her parents to terminate the pregnancy at 20 weeks after discovering the complicated condition. But they refused, wanting to give their unborn child a fighting chance. Amy went through three open heart surgeries as a … Read more
Oftentimes, people can experience what is commonly called a “mini stroke” or “warning stroke” before experiencing a subsequent stroke. Clinically, this is known as a transient ischemic attack, or TIA. Some experts take issue with this phrasing, mostly because a TIA is every bit as serious as a stroke and should still be treated. According … Read more
Winter chills often see us seeking out warm meals. But with stodgy sauces, calorie-laden curries and pie and mash the order of the day, it’s not surprising that we often pile on the pounds and see our cholesterol levels sky rocket.It’s time to choose wisely, says dietitian Victoria Taylor from the British Heart Foundation (bhf.org.uk). … Read more
What you eat can influence many aspects of heart health, including blood pressure, cholesterol and inflammation. Harvard Medical School offers some general guidelines to follow: Maintain a healthy body weight by keeping calories from food balanced with calories burned exercising Consume a wide variety of fruits and vegetables Choose mostly whole grains instead of refined … Read more
Low-sodium soy sauce, soup and snacks dominate supermarket shelves, so it seems pretty obvious that a lot of Americans are aware that they need to lower their sodium intake. But to what extent is it really a problem? Most people have no idea how much salt they’re eating every day, or how much is recommended … Read more
