Heart disease is the leading cause of death worldwide, taking an estimated 17.9 million lives each year.1 In the U.S., it’s the leading cause of mortality, accounting for one in five deaths. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), one person dies from this condition every 33 seconds.2 Your everyday habits… Read More: Limiting TV Time Helps Reduce Heart Disease Risk »
As more people get mammograms every year to screen for breast cancer, an additional benefit may be emerging: heart disease risk detection. With advanced technology and artificial intelligence, some imaging centers now offer screenings for cardiovascular risks based on breast arterial calcification visible in mammogram images. This additional test, offered by some radiology practices, could… Read More: Can Mammograms Help Detect Heart Disease Risk? A New Look… »
Intermittent fasting (IF) has become one of the most popular weight loss methods in recent years. With several celebrities endorsing it, many people have embraced the idea of restricting their eating to a specific time window each day. But while some research highlights the potential benefits of intermittent fasting for brain health, recent studies have… Read More: Intermittent Fasting: Good for the Brain, but Risky for the… »
Editor’s Note: This article is a reprint. It was originally published February 19, 2018. Magnesium deficiency is extremely common, and recent research shows even subclinical deficiency can jeopardize your heart health. Magnesium is also important for brain health, detoxification, cellular health and function, and the optimization of your mitochondria. In short, magnesium has enormous potential… Read More: Magnesium — An Important Nutrient for Heart Health »