Cardio-Vascular
Longevity and Age Management
Carotid artery distension predicts coronary events
Ultrasound imaging is a simple, noninvasive way to detect distension of the carotid arteries - the arteries that pass through the neck to supply the brain with oxygen -- which is an independent predictor of coronary heart disease (CHD) in the elderly, French researchers report in the current issue of Arteriosclerosis, Thrombosis, and Vascular Biology. ... Continue Reading
Study unveils relationship between physical fitness, cognitive decline
Regular exercise and fitness training could help delay the progression of Alzheimer's disease in patients showing mild symptoms, a new study suggests. ... Continue Reading
Green tea protects against heart disease: study
A few cups of green tea each day may help prevent heart disease, Greek researchers said on Wednesday. ... Continue Reading
Optimism beneficial for male heart health
Men who take an optimistic view are more likely to benefit from good heart health, new research suggests. ... Continue Reading
Mineral supplemented diet 'may reduce blood pressure'
Increased dietary intake of minerals including potassium, magnesium and calcium could reduce the risk of high blood pressure and help manage symptoms of hypertension, a new report shows. ... Continue Reading
Blood pressure drugs 'could lower dementia risk'
A new study has suggested that keeping blood pressure low during middle-age could reduce the chance of people suffering from dementia when older. ... Continue Reading
Dark chocolate helps boost body and mind
Dark chocolate can help improve overall wellbeing and contains a variety of health boosting properties, it has been claimed. ... Continue Reading
Coronary calcium levels 'can predict risk of death'
A new study has demonstrated that measuring calcium deposits in the heart's arteries can serve as an indicator of mortality risk in elderly American adults. ... Continue Reading
Stents reduce the risk of heart attacks in obese people
Obese people who have had stents placed in diseased arteries are less likely to have heart attacks than people of average weight, Reuters has reported. ... Continue Reading
Stem cells found to build heart tissue
Scientists conducting stem cell research at the Washington University School of Medicine in St Louis have demonstrated that embryonic stem cells from mice can help build the heart. ... Continue Reading
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