When it comes to your blood pressure reading, which matters the most—the top number or the bottom number? It seems like a simple question. And it’s certainly a common one, given how regularly it [...]
Category: Heart Health
Two prescription “medications” you should never waste your time or money on
It never ceases to surprise me when the American Heart Association (AHA) and I actually agree on something. Still, it happens from time to time… though almost never without a catch. And today’s [...]
The war on cholesterol just turned deadly
I’ve never been one to buy into the cholesterol myth…ever. In fact, for most people, I don’t think cholesterol matters one bit. Which is why I’ve long been a vocal opponent against the stringent [...]
Arthritis weighs heavy on your heart’s health, too
You don’t usually consider arthritis to be lethal. A drain on your quality of life, yes… but deadly? Well, a team of Swedish researchers recently set out to investigate the link between [...]
Ward off heart disease with an old arthritis standby
We’ve all heard about the wonders of glucosamine. In fact, it’s become one of those old-school standbys, falling by the wayside in favor of newer, more exciting supplements. But hold on to your [...]
Even scientists can’t be trusted with the truth
It’s fascinating to me how many factors now point towards the downfall of a once-powerful empire. It seems like every week we’re learning more about just how crooked scientific research really [...]
Long-term antibiotic use is detrimental to your heart
Last week I told you about the role that gut bacteria plays in heart disease prevention. So you might also recall that mainstream medicine is, in turn, making a shocking turnaround on antibiotic [...]
Work stress and poor sleep triple your risk of a heart-related death
If you need a good reason to schedule that long overdue summer vacation, here it is… You could be working yourself to death as I type this. And that risk doubles—technically, triples—if you’re [...]
The secret to a longer life isn’t strength—it’s power
Yesterday’s discussion was a good reminder that doing something is better than doing nothing at all where your heart health is concerned. (And by a pretty significant margin, too.) But today, I’d [...]
Housework lowers your risk of heart disease by over 50 percent
Are you looking for some good news on the exercise front? (Hint: If you’re someone who can’t stand the thought of getting sweaty in a gym, this study is definitely for you.) According to new [...]