Fresh or frozen, wild or cultivated? What to know about blueberries and health
Jul 28, 2022
Thanks in part to micronutrients called polyphenols, blueberries have an angelic reputation. Do any devils lurk in the details?
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In people with PAD, walking at uncomfortable pace may improve mobility
Jul 27, 2022
New research in people with peripheral artery disease finds walking for exercise at a pace that induces pain may lead to greater mobility rewards than walking at a more comfortable pace.
Study of sleep in older adults suggests nixing naps, striving for 7-9 hours a night
Jul 26, 2022
Getting too much or too little sleep, napping and poor sleep patterns may raise the risk for heart disease and stroke in older adults, research finds.
Getting more exercise than guidelines suggest may further lower death risk
Jul 25, 2022
Meeting recommendations for physical activity can substantially lower the risk of dying, new research shows. But going above and beyond may lower risk even more.
Heart-healthy version of Chinese food may lower blood pressure
Jul 11, 2022
A modified Chinese food diet modeled after the DASH diet lowered blood pressure in Chinese adults with hypertension, a four-week study shows.
Fuzzy and full of nutrients, peaches are a summertime staple
Jul 5, 2022
Whether you eat them fresh from the market or freeze them for later, now is the time to pick out the sweetest peaches – and boost your health in the process.
Sleep joins revamped list of heart health essentials
Jun 29, 2022
The new Life's Essential 8 is an encouraging and easier-to-understand way to help people track cardiovascular health.
9 ways to protect your heart and brain from the summer heat
Jun 28, 2022
Hot weather can strain heart and brain health. Here's expert advice on staying safe.
5 steps for a heart-healthy grilling season
Jun 27, 2022
Cooking fatty meats on high heat is a time-honored tradition of backyard barbecues but can be bad for the heart. Some tasty alternatives and healthful hacks may help.
The promise of meditation for the heart and mind
Jun 16, 2022
Meditation has drawn scientists' attention for its potential to benefit both mental and physical health.