After his father died of a massive heart attack at the age of 66, Johnjay Van Es started doing literally everything he could to keep his ticker tickin’. The congenial Phoenix radio host shed about 160 pounds, transforming himself from morbidly obese to impressively sleek, with just 12% body fat. He also embarked on an … Read more
Listen to Listen to your heart — it might be trying to tell you more than you think. A new study found that your score on a key cardiovascular test may indicate your risk of dying in the coming years — even from causes unrelated to your heart. Presented at the American Heart Association Scientific … Read more
A little good sense can go a long way. Hearing loss has been repeatedly linked to a higher chance of developing dementia — but loss of another of your five senses could signal dire health issues, too. New research shows that one noticeable change as you get age could indicate future risk of heart attacks, … Read more
Having trouble falling asleep? Hang on before reaching for the melatonin. A new study says chronic use of the sleep aid may lead to heart failure — but experts say you shouldn’t panic just yet. While there are mixed reviews of the latest scientific findings, here’s what the popular sleep supplement could reveal about heart … Read more
Step aside, outdated exercise goals. For years, 10,000 steps has been promoted by fitness trackers, health apps and medical professionals as the gold standard for daily physical activity. But if that so-called magic number feels more intimidating than inspiring, rest assured: It’s a product of marketing, not science, and there are key benefits you get … Read more
Former “Fresh Prince of Bel-Air” child actor Floyd Roger Myers Jr. has died after years of battling heart issues. He was 42. Myers died at his home in Maryland on Wednesday morning from a heart attack, his mother, Renee Trice, told TMZ. His grieving mother said that she had spoken to her son the night … Read more
Do well to live well, folks. Heart disease is the leading cause of death globally and in the US, where it kills over 700,000 Americans each year. The good news is that one simple, selfless act could help lower your risk of heart disease — giving blood. Heart disease is a major killer in the … Read more
Feel free to cry over a pint of ice cream — but it’s not what’s going to mend your broken heart. Takotsubo cardiomyopathy — commonly known as broken heart syndrome — is a very real condition that is typically brought on by severe emotional distress, such as the loss of a loved one. It’s not … Read more
This news might break your heart — literally. A shocking new study found that the go-to treatment doctors have been using to manage heart attacks for the last 40 years may offer no real benefit for many patients. Even more alarming, the research suggests that women who receive the drug may face a higher risk … Read more
These are not the joyful, helpful SMuRFs of your childhood. High blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes and a smoking habit are what’s known as standard modifiable risk factors (SMuRFs) for cardiovascular disease (CVD). These four common behaviors increase the odds that you’ll have a heart attack or stroke. Yet a significant portion of cardiac events … Read more
So much for feeling young at heart. A startling Northwestern University study recently revealed that most Americans’ hearts are aging faster than they are. Men’s tickers were, on average, seven years older than their chronological age, while women’s were approximately four years older. A higher “heart age” than your actual age means you’re at greater … Read more
Sex may not be all it’s cracked up to be. Sure, it can be really uplifting for health. Sex is a form of aerobic exercise that conditions the heart and lungs — and it triggers the release of endorphins that improve psychological well-being. But there’s also the risk of injuries. Most boudoir blunders, like minor … Read more
Forget the Mediterranean — the land of snow and salmon is serving up a fresh way to eat that gives your heart a healthy boost. A growing body of research suggests the Nordic diet can help trim your waist, tame your cholesterol levels and keep your blood pressure in check. That could be a game-changer … Read more
Read carefully — and don’t lose the thread. A super speedy habit you’re probably skipping could reduce your changes of heart attack, stroke and dementia. But a naturopathic doctor who goes by Dr. Mac says she does it multiple times a day — and the science backs her up. Dr. Mac says she flosses after … Read more
Bob Harper didn’t hear from Jillian Michaels after his heart attack in 2017. In a new interview with The Guardian, Harper, 59, said many people from “The Biggest Loser” reached out to him after the near-fatal health incident — but not Michaels, 51. “We weren’t besties, but we were partners on a television show for … Read more
A dad-of-one died just 24 hours after a bungling doctor refused to send him to ER – telling him he had tonsillitis. Michael Reynolds, 29, was told to rest after he initially went to his GP complaining of a sore and swollen throat. He was sent home with a steroid nasal spray, but when his … Read more
Urine for a rough ride with this infection. High blood pressure, elevated cholesterol, cigarette use, diabetes, obesity and physical inactivity are among the risk factors for heart attack and stroke. A family history of these episodes, age and sex play a role, too. Several factors increase your risk of heart attack and stroke — a … Read more
Hate Mondays? Turns out your body does, too. A new study from the University of Hong Kong found that older adults who felt anxious on Mondays had 23% higher levels of stress hormone cortisol in their body up to two months later, compared to those who reported anxiety on other days. And that Monday-specific stress … Read more
Ray Stevens is on the mend following a health scare. The country singer, 86, underwent surgery after suffering a heart attack on Friday, July 4. “Country Music Hall of Fame member Ray Stevens is in recovery after undergoing minimally invasive heart surgery yesterday morning,” a statement posted to Stevens’ Instagram account on Tuesday read. “Last … Read more
Barry Sanders is sharing it all this June with the hope of inspiring his fans in a different way. A year ago, the Hall of Famer announced he suffered a “health scare related to his heart,” and he recently shared in a CBS interview that it was a heart attack while attending a recruiting visit … Read more