All posts tagged heart health

 Has your workout become routine and boring?   Lack of motivation seems to be one of the biggest barriers for a lot of people who are exercising and eating

If your sibling dies, it might be a good idea for you to get a medical check-up – and to stay on top of your health for years

In the first human study of its kind, scientists used gene therapy that acts like a “homing” signal for stem cells to treat heart failure patients. The treatment involves

Five years ago I got a call from my dad. He didn't want to worry me, but he wanted to let me know that he needed to have

Valentine’s Day is a day full of candy hearts, red roses, cards and sometimes even surprises from those who love you. But the best part of Valentine’s Day

It’s the terrifying math of stroke treatment: For every 30-minute delay, chances of good recovery go down 10 percent. Here’s how the 30-10 Formula works. New research shows that

Southern-style foods may be finger lickin’ good — but they may also be linked to a higher risk of stroke. In a scientific study, researchers found that those who

Low-Sodium Dinner Party As you near the end of your Twenty-One Day Sodium-Swap Challenge there is one more obstacle to overcome: eating low-sodium, with others. For many, the most

The American Heart Association (AHA) recommends that all Americans consume no more than 1,500 milligrams (mg) of sodium a day, more than twice our average intake of 3,400