Shhh — the secret’s out! Experts say a TikTok fitness trend that prioritizes the sound of silence can support heart health. “Silent walking” is the practice of stepping out without the distractions of devices or music. Devotees of the “rawdogging” movement maintain that it is a whole-body boon that builds mindfulness, awareness and intentionality. “Silent … Read more
A popular class of weight-loss drugs may prevent life-threatening cardiac complications by opening microscopic blood vessels that often remain blocked after a heart attack, according to a study published this week in Nature Communications. The research, led by the University of Bristol and University College London, identified a biological brain-gut-heart signaling pathway. This discovery appears to explain … Read more
Most people know what a heart attack is — someone in the US has one about every 40 seconds. But there’s a lesser-known condition that can look nearly identical and sounds like it belongs in a romantic drama: broken heart syndrome, also known as takotsubo cardiomyopathy. It’s a temporary condition most often triggered by intense … Read more
A new report by the American Heart Association (AHA) included some troubling predictions for the future of women’s health. The forecast, published in the journal Circulation on Wednesday, projected increases in various comorbidities in American females by 2050. More than 59% of women were predicted to have high blood pressure, up from less than 49% currently. The … Read more
When it comes to matters of the heart, there’s more to consider than hitting your weekly cardio goals at the gym. With new technologies like smart beds that register abnormal rhythms and T-shirts designed to alert wearers to underlying heart conditions, patients have more tools to measure and track their heart health than ever before. … Read more
The key to early detection could soon be folded in your dresser drawer. Researchers in the UK are developing an AI T-shirt that should one day help doctors identify heart conditions more easily and efficiently than a traditional electrocardiogram (EKG). The lead researchers have said they’re developing this piece of wearable tech in large part … Read more
John Sterling made a surprising reveal during an appearance on WFAN on Sunday. The former radio voice of the Yankees said that he had been on the mend from a heart attack that he suffered last month. Sterling, 87, told Rickie Ricardo that he was “very fortunate” and that “all things are good.” John Sterling … Read more
The human heart is the drum of vitality — and its cadence is a key indicator of our overall well-being. New data has revealed which US states are working out the most and the least — and how those activity levels correlate to heart health. The World Health Organization recommends 150 minutes of moderate-intensity exercise … Read more
Late-night cravings might be doing more than just ruining your diet. New research from the Northwestern Feinberg School of Medicine suggests that heart health isn’t just about what’s on your plate — it’s also about when you eat. The study pinpointed the optimal cutoff for evening meals, finding that participants who followed it had lower … Read more
The temperature of the bedroom at night could affect heart health — particularly in older adults. Heat places extra demands on the cardiovascular system, according to Dr. Fergus O’Connor from Griffith University in Queensland, Australia, the lead author of a new study. When the human body is exposed to heat, its reaction is to work harder to … Read more
Older Americans over age 65 aren’t talking about heart valve health with their doctors — despite many receiving a new health diagnosis in the last year, according to a new national study. The survey of 5,000 Americans who are 65+ from all 50 states also uncovered that nearly nine in ten seniors (89%) believe regular … Read more
That’s one way to turn up the heat! Below-freezing temperatures and blustery winds aren’t pleasant for anyone, but they were especially brutal for the LA Rams, who are accustomed to warm and sunny weather. It’s no surprise then that some players turned to an unusual and spicy tactic to stay warm during Sunday’s frigid overtime … Read more
Years of high-intensity exercise may come with an unexpected heart risk for male endurance athletes over the age of 50, according to new research from the University of Leeds. The study, published earlier this month in the European Journal of Preventive Cardiology, found that some endurance athletes over the age of 50 experienced potentially dangerous … Read more
Many might assume that over-the-counter (OTC) medications are generally safer than stronger prescription drugs, but research shows they can still present risks for some. Certain common OTC painkillers have been linked to an increased risk of high blood pressure, stroke and heart attacks. Potential risk of NSAIDs Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) — which are used to … Read more
When it comes to heart health, heart attacks tend to get the spotlight. While 805,000 people die from heart attacks every year in the US, there’s a lifelong genetic disorder that could be lurking in the background, going completely undiagnosed. It’s even been dubbed a “silent killer,” taking the lives of young people who appear … Read more
The future of health tracking is here, and it’s fast. A new FDA-approved thermometer doesn’t just check your temperature, but also monitors other key health metrics, some of which would normally require a visit to a doctor’s office. And it can take each of these measurements in a matter of seconds. The BeamO thermometer can … Read more
Cheese has long been blamed for raising cholesterol — but cardiologists and dietitians say it’s not that simple, and holiday cheese boards don’t have to be completely off-limits. While some cheeses are higher in saturated fat and easier to overeat, they act differently from butter or processed meats in the body, according to experts. Large studies show … Read more
Chevy Chase is opening up about a health scare that landed him in the hospital for five weeks. In the upcoming documentary, “I’m Chevy Chase and You’re Not,” which will premiere Jan. 1 on CNN, the 82-year-old actor and his family discuss his stay in the hospital after a heart issue, with his daughter, Caley, saying, … Read more
At over 1,700 years old, Santa Claus could probably teach biohackers like Bryan Johnson, Dave Asprey and Gary Brecka a thing or two about longevity. But it would seem pretty clear that it’s magic — not supplements, wonder drugs like GLP-1s or high-tech “human optimization devices” — that has maximized his life span. That’s especially … Read more
Some medications can cause surprising side effects. One man learned this firsthand when, after taking a medication for heart failure, he developed a new physical feature — enlarged breasts. The condition, known as gynecomastia, occurs when there’s a hormonal imbalance due to certain medications or puberty. A 76-year-old man unexpectedly grew breasts after taking a … Read more