Cutting calories could cut life short for those consuming this alternative sweetener. Erythritol, a common sugar substitute used to sweeten low-calorie food and drinks, has been linked to higher rates of heart attacks and strokes, according to a study by Cleveland Clinic doctors. The study, published in Nature Medicine, suggests that the substance puts people … Read more
Using marijuana every day increases the risk of developing heart disease, a study presented by the American College of Cardiology found. People who used marijuana on a daily basis were found to be about one-third more likely to develop coronary artery disease versus those who had never used cannabis. “We found that cannabis use is linked … Read more
Talk about throwing salt in the wound. People suffering from heart failure — a condition that affects 6 million American adults — who restrict their sodium intake may be increasing their risk of death, according to a new study presented Thursday. Consuming too much salt has been linked to high blood pressure, heart disease and … Read more
Production on HBO Max‘s “Hacks” has been paused as its star, Jean Smart, recovers from a “recent successful heart procedure.” The 71-year-old Emmy winner addressed her surgery Thursday on Instagram, writing in a post, “February is American Heart Month – a time when the nation spotlights heart health, so it feels important to share with … Read more
A mother has been denied the opportunity to receive a heart transplant because she is not vaccinated for COVID-19, despite having a medical exemption. Vicki Derderian, from Melbourne, relies on a ventricular assist device to keep her heart functioning after it failed in 2020, and is desperate for a transplant. She did not receive the … Read more
It will never let go. The re-release of “Titanic” was unsinkable at the box office, earning $2.72 million on its opening night Friday, according to IMDB’s Box Office Mojo. The James Cameron-helmed epic is projected to cruise into a $15 million domestic weekend, according to Forbes. Paramount brought the 1998 Oscar winner back in 4K 3D … Read more
When Penn Badgley was a baby his mother had to resuscitate him several times a day, the star has revealed. The “Gossip Girl” actor, 36, stopped by the HypocondriActor podcast and shared he was born two months premature with multiple health problems. “The first couple of weeks I was in a NICU [neonatal intensive care unit] because my heart … Read more
Sweetheart — these drinks might kill you. Sugary drinks — such as soda and fruit juice — can cause a spike in blood sugar levels and lead to heart disease, type 2 diabetes and stroke, according to a new study. The study, published in The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, found that the most popular … Read more
A group of researchers at Columbia University’s Mailman School of Public Health evaluated the American Heart Association’s recently expanded metric — which now includes sleep as it relates to cardiovascular disease risk. The study published in the Journal of the American Heart Association provided evidence that sleep plays an important role when it comes to heart health. “Our … Read more
Austin Butler, who portrayed Elvis Presley in the 2022 biopic “Elvis,” is paying tribute to Lisa Marie Presley following her untimely death Thursday. “My heart is completely shattered for Riley, Finley, Harper and Priscilla at the tragic and unexpected loss of Lisa Marie,” Butler said in a Friday statement to The Post. “I am eternally … Read more
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Comfort food might not be as healing as it seems. If you’re feeling down, stressed or heartbroken, it’s all too tempting to go for food that makes you feel happier — but it could also be bad for your health in the long run. A new study published in the European Journal of Preventative Cardiology … Read more
Pamela Anderson has always been a heartbreaker. The “Baywatch” babe, 55, was seen sending Santa Claus into a spin in a new video posted to Instagram on Christmas Day. In the clip — a collaboration with French fashion label Jacquemus — Anderson struts down a staircase while dragging a dead Christmas tree behind her. The … Read more
In a year of huge performances, such as Cate Blanchett in “Tár” and Brendan Fraser in “The Whale,” it’s soothing and occasionally a tad unnerving to watch Bill Nighy be so Zen calm in the affirming movie “Living.” Nighy speaks scarcely louder than a whisper as Mr. Williams, a shaken man concealing a fatal illness … Read more
The holidays are supposed to be a time that’s merry and filled with joy. But we all know they can be stressful with shopping, bad weather, hectic traveling and all the celebratory food and drink. More people die from heart attacks during the last week of December than at any other time of the year, according … Read more
Country music singer Jake Flint died just hours after his wedding Saturday. He was 37. “With a broken heart and in deep grief I must announce that Jake Flint has tragically passed away,” his manager, Brenda Cline, wrote on social media Sunday night. “I’ve tried several times today to make a post, but you can’t comment on … Read more
High-density lipoprotein (HDL), which has been referred to as “good cholesterol” by medical experts, is being re-examined after a new study questioned the benefits of this cholesterol type across racial lines. Researchers at the Oregon Health & Science University’s Knight Cardiovascular Institute analyzed 23,901 medical profiles from a Reasons for Geographic and Racial Differences in Stroke Study (REGARDS) and … Read more
DEAR ABBY: I’m having a problem with my husband’s judgmental and narcissistic stepmom. She wasn’t nice to him or his siblings while they were growing up. My hubby recently had a heart attack. After I called to tell his dad and emailed his siblings, she got very upset with me because I didn’t give her … Read more
Divorce is no longer the only concern associated with irreconcilable differences. Being in a committed, cohabitating relationship has been linked with better health and heart disease prognosis in previous studies, but a new study found that severe marital stress may be linked to a worse recovery after a heart attack. Researchers at the Yale School … Read more
Talk about a trans-fur-mation! A French bulldog received a temporary fur-shaving tattoo that ended up lasting more than two years. While in Las Vegas, Gus and his owner visited famous tattooist Rob The Original, who offered to give the dog a memorable marking. The precious pooch, known as @Gusgusinthecity on TikTok, got a heart-shaped tattoo … Read more