Have you eaten your berries today? You already know that berries are a good source of antioxidants – but now a large study uncovers a new reason to eat them. They could lower your risk for a heart attack. Find out what new research shows and ways to tap into the nutritional benefits of berries.
Your heart beats a certain number of beats per minute, corresponding to your resting heart rate. This value and another measure of physical fitness, your recovery heart rate, are indicators of how fit you are from a cardiovascular standpoint. They also may be a marker for future heart problems. Find out why it’s important to know your resting heart rate and how rapidly your heart recovers after a workout.
There’s a vitamin you don’t hear a lot about called vitamin K2, but research is showing it may be important for preventing two of the most common health problems people experience with age – osteoporosis and heart disease.
Who knew that something so tasty could be so healthy? There are many compounds found in cherries that are being studied for their health benefits. Among other conditions, cherry juice can be used to treat inflammatory disease, heart disease, and even cancer.
Think it takes years for a bad diet to affect your arteries? Not necessarily so. A new study suggests that you may feel the damage a few hours after finishing a junk food or fast food meal. Find out why.
By now you probably know that sleep is important for controlling your weight and a new study points out why. Find out why lack of sleep causes you to put on weight from a physiological standpoint and tips for keeping this problem under control.
Are you getting enough omega-3s in your diet? Not all omega-3s are created equal when it comes to health. If you’re getting your omega-3s from plant-based foods, you may not be getting the full benefits. Here’s why.
You probably already know that having certain genes puts you at greater risk for health problems, but you may have more control over your genetics than you think. According to research, healthy habits like eating your vegetables may affect whether or not those bad genes are expressed. Find out more about the link between lifestyle and genetics.
You may have heard of omega-3s and omega-6 fatty acids – but what about the omega-9s? Find out more about this type of fat, why they’re beneficial and the best dietary sources of these “good” fats.
Are you eating a heart-healthy diet? Heart disease is the number one cause of death, and what you put on your plate plays a role in whether you develop a heart attack. Discover five heart-healthy foods that work overtime to keep the most important muscle in your body healthy – your heart.
Are you getting enough magnesium in your diet? Many people aren’t. According to a new study, there’s a good reason to eat more magnesium-rich foods. Find out why magnesium is so important and how to get more in your diet.
Think all fats are bad? Not monounsaturated fats. Not only do these fats protect your heart, but they also help to reduce belly fat. Discover the four healthiest sources of these good-for-you fats and how to add them to your diet.
