Type 2 diabetes can significantly increase the risk of heart disease and strokes happening, which can be life threatening. One way to prevent and reduce high blood glucose levels is to cut down on sugar. Sugar is an addictive substance. Every time we eat a food with a high sugar content our brain releases a… Read More »
Adequate intake of certain nutrients is associated with a reduction in all-cause mortality when the nutrient source is foods, but not supplements, according to a new study. There was no association between dietary supplement use and a lower risk of death. In addition, excess calcium intake was linked to an increased risk of cancer death,… Read More »
Six in 10 people in the UK have raised or abnormal levels of blood cholesterol, according to Heart UK. Cholesterol is a fatty substance that is vital for the normal functioning of the body, but having too much in the blood can clog up the arteries, resulting in coronary heart disease. Coronary heart disease is… Read More »
High blood pressure, or hypertension, can lead to serious health problems if left untreated, such as heart attacks and strokes. Blood pressure can be lowered by making dietary changes, including cutting down on salt and foods high in saturated fat. As well as cutting down on unhealthy foods, it may be worth adding foods to… Read More »
Can the duration and quality of your sleep affect your cardiovascular health? A new study suggests there is a connection between how much sleep you get each night — and how well you sleep — and the risk of cardiovascular problems. Are you getting enough sleep, and could this be affecting your cardiovascular health? Many… Read More »