Obese adults with heart disease are 54% more likely to die if they lose more than 22 lbs.

Obese adults with heart disease are 54% more likely to die if they lose more than 22 lbs.

Can weight loss mean loss of life? New research shows that both extreme weight loss and weight gain significantly increase the risk of death in obese individuals with heart disease. The American Heart Association warns that 61% of American adults will likely have some type of heart disease in the next 30 years as high blood … Read more

Three glasses of this drink a day can prevent dementia — it also fights heart disease and cancer

Three glasses of this drink a day can prevent dementia — it also fights heart disease and cancer

An estimated 6.7 million people in the US are living with Alzheimer’s dementia today, and this number could increase to 13.8 million by 2060, according to the NIH. While there are many lifestyle choices that could lower your risk of dementia — including maintaining a good diet, exercising regularly, socializing and keeping your mind stimulated … Read more

This 80-calorie snack can improve memory and heart health — and they’re packed with antioxidants

This 80-calorie snack can improve memory and heart health — and they’re packed with antioxidants

If you’re looking for an all-natural treat that can reduce inflammation and give your heart and brain a boost, then we’ve got berry good news for you.  As a bonus for the weight-conscious, this juicy little gem clocks in at only 80 calories per serving — most of which is water — and you only … Read more

I’m a cardiologist — my top 10 tips to avoid a heart attack by age 60

I’m a cardiologist — my top 10 tips to avoid a heart attack by age 60

Talk about cold-hearted! Heart attacks spike in the winter because the heart works harder to keep the body warm — and activities like shoveling snow can further strain it. Cold weather can also thicken blood, increasing the risk of blood clots. Heart attacks are most common in people 65 and older, but there’s been a … Read more

Keanu Reeves says his ‘heart’ wants a ‘John Wick 5’ but ‘I don’t know if my knees can do it’

Keanu Reeves says his ‘heart’ wants a ‘John Wick 5’ but ‘I don’t know if my knees can do it’

Keanu Reeves is unsure about his future as John Wick. The 60-year-old actor admitted in a recent interview with CBS News that his body might not be able to handle the physical toll of doing “John Wick 5.” “You can never say never — but my knees right now are saying, ‘You can’t do another John … Read more

Exclusive | This supplement can add years to your life and help with cholesterol, heart health and glowing skin

Exclusive | This supplement can add years to your life and help with cholesterol, heart health and glowing skin

Despite appearances, there’s nothing fishy about this health advice. When it comes to living longer, New York City physician Dr. Michael Aziz has a bunch of supplements he recommends to patients — but adding just one could add more than four years to your life. After telling The Post this month that taurine can help you … Read more

Stem cell therapy to correct heart failure in children could ‘transform lives’

Stem cell therapy to correct heart failure in children could ‘transform lives’

Renowned visionary English physician William Harvey wrote in 1651 about how our blood contains all the secrets of life. “And so I conclude that blood lives and is nourished of itself and in no way depends on any other part of the body as being prior to it or more excellent,” he wrote. “So that … Read more

Why this little-known Google ‘Street View’ function is making people emotional: ‘Makes my heart hurt’

Why this little-known Google ‘Street View’ function is making people emotional: ‘Makes my heart hurt’

When you think of preserving memories, scrapbooks or photo albums might come to mind. But what about Google Maps? In a new, melancholy trend sweeping social media, Gen Z is using the “Street View” feature on Google Maps to view their childhood homes or the houses of their now-deceased grandparents, where photos snapped in years’ … Read more

I’m a cardiologist — 2 health rules I always follow to reduce my risk of heart disease

I’m a cardiologist — 2 health rules I always follow to reduce my risk of heart disease

A pair of simple rituals can help keep your heart healthy this holiday season — and year-round. Ohio-based cardiologist Dr. David Sabgir tells The Post the two rules he always follows to keep his ticker ticking, and they don’t involve any major lifestyle changes. A couple of simple habits that require minimal effort can offer big … Read more

Why you hear your heartbeat when you lay on your pillow — and the sign it could be a health issue

Why you hear your heartbeat when you lay on your pillow — and the sign it could be a health issue

If you hear a strange thumping while laying in bed from time to time, don’t be alarmed! A Detroit-based physician says it’s fairly common to occasionally hear your heartbeat when lying on your side, especially if you’re in a very quiet room. Dr. Anthony Youn, a board-certified plastic surgeon, says the whooshing sound could be … Read more

Mariah Carey cancels Christmas show last minute after falling ill: ‘It breaks my heart’

Mariah Carey cancels Christmas show last minute after falling ill: ‘It breaks my heart’

Christmas is canceled — at least tonight in Pittsburgh. Mariah Carey was forced to cancel her Christmas concert at PPG Paints Arena on Wednesday, just hours before she was set to hit the stage. The “All I Want for Christmas Is You” singer, 55, announced the news on X (formerly Twitter), revealing she’s too sick to perform. Mariah … Read more

How your scented Christmas candles can up your risk of heart disease, lung cancer

How your scented Christmas candles can up your risk of heart disease, lung cancer

Your holiday candles that smell of pomegranate, peppermint and pine may spark joy in your home, but they can also fuel your risk of heart disease and certain cancers, a new study finds. “Our research shows that some home fragrance products may be detrimental to indoor air quality,” Asit Kumar Mishra and Marie Coggins, researchers from Ireland, wrote last … Read more

Are eggs bad for your heart health? Cardiovascular surgeon offers surprising answer

Are eggs bad for your heart health? Cardiovascular surgeon offers surprising answer

Are eggs bad for your heart?  Dr. Jeremy London, a cardiovascular surgeon in Savannah, Georgia, posed the question to more than one million of his followers on social media. His answer may be surprising to some. London told Fox News Digital that “eggs took a really bad rap” through the years, in large part because … Read more

My heart stopped in McDonald’s — I’m lifelong friends with the man who saved me

My heart stopped in McDonald’s — I’m lifelong friends with the man who saved me

This guy got a second chance at life — and he’s lovin’ it. A man whose heart stopped while at a McDonald’s is celebrating his miraculous survival — and the good samaritan who gave the victim CPR. The two have become inseparable. Paul Myers, 70, fell victim to a heart attack inside the York, England … Read more

Prince Louis, 6, pens adorable message about his ‘granny and grandpa’ at Christmas carol service— and it will melt your heart

Prince Louis, 6, pens adorable message about his ‘granny and grandpa’ at Christmas carol service— and it will melt your heart

The royals are bringing the holiday spirit. Kate Middleton stepped out to host the fourth annual “Together at Christmas” service on Friday alongside her husband, Prince William, and their three children: sons Prince George, 11, and Prince Louis, 6, and daughter Princess Charlotte, 9. The couple’s youngest child was photographed carrying a red piece of paper with a … Read more

Mattress Mack undergoing open heart surgery in latest health scare

Mattress Mack undergoing open heart surgery in latest health scare

Mattress Mack is going under the knife. The Houston-area furniture proprietor, whose real name is Jim McIngvale, has gained notoriety nationally because of his wild promotions for free furniture if local sports teams win championships. He funds the promotions in part by placing sizable futures bets on the outcomes. Thursday morning, McIngvale announced in a … Read more

Hidden ingredient in your perfume can lead to heart problems, obesity and infertility

Hidden ingredient in your perfume can lead to heart problems, obesity and infertility

Eau de no. Spritzing on your perfume may make you feel good in the short term, but doctors are warning that a hidden ingredient in your favorite fragrance could lead to a host of health problems, from insulin resistance and cardiovascular disease to hormone issues that can affect fertility. Many perfumes are made with an … Read more

Dear Abby: My family abandoned me after I had a massive heart attack

Dear Abby: My family abandoned me after I had a massive heart attack

DEAR ABBY: Six years ago, my family lost my mother, who was the rock of our family. Two weeks after that, my family started falling apart. My older brother, younger sister and I no longer speak. My brother and I got in a physical confrontation and haven’t spoken since.  A year later, I suffered a … Read more

These four Thanksgiving foods can cause heart failure: doctor

These four Thanksgiving foods can cause heart failure: doctor

Proceed with caution when eating to your heart’s content at Thanksgiving dinner. In fact, there are four holiday meal staples that you might want to skip altogether, according to Dr. Christine Nwoha, who warned that certain foods increase the risk of heart failure. The doctor claimed that a higher rate of people visit the hospital … Read more

Disney removes cartoon episode about transgender character: ‘It breaks my heart’

Disney removes cartoon episode about transgender character: ‘It breaks my heart’

An episode of the Disney animated show “Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur” focused on a transgender character will no longer air. News broke this week that the episode, which leaked on YouTube, has been pulled from airing on Disney Channel in 2025 because of its LGBTQ storyline. According to Polygon, the episode titled “The Gatekeeper” … Read more