Heart Disease

Coffee and Tea Drinkers at Lower Risk of Heart Disease

New research indicates that people who drink lots of tea or coffee in moderation are less likely to die of heart disease than those who abstain. Continue reading →

Mediterranean Diet Lowers Heart Disease Risk

It’s tough to beat something that you are genetically predisposed to. It’s so sad to see young people who suffer from heart problems, because it runs in the family. But, if you are worried about your heart health because your … Continue reading →

Healthy Cholesterol Levels May Prevent Cancer

Researchers at the Molecular Cardiology Research Institute at Tufts Medical Center in Boston have found that keeping your cholesterol at healthy levels may have a very important extra benefit: cancer prevention. Their analysis of 24 trials investigated the pros and … Continue reading →

The Many Fitness Benefits of Soccer

Soccer, the most popular sport in the world, is an excellent form of exercise that solidly covers all the bases for fitness. Often referred to in other countries as futbol, soccer was referred to by my kids’ Dominican coach as … Continue reading →

Heart Attacks Drop Dramatically in California Study

A new study has found that heart attacks have dropped by a dramatic 24 percent in a large group of people studied in Northern California. Even more dramatically, there was a 62 percent drop in the most severe type of … Continue reading →

Get a Hot Beach Bod with ‘Insane’ Workout

One of the biggest pleasures in life is enjoying the sunny beach and over-looking the ocean. It is definitely one of the finer creations on this great Earth. Today, we’re going to look at my Insane Beach Workout, which will … Continue reading →

Nuts Help Lower Cholesterol

According to a recent review of 25 studies, eating 67g of nuts on average every day – a portion the size of a small bag – reduces cholesterol levels by 7.4 percent. The research team at Loma Linda University in … Continue reading →

Affordable Home Fitness with the BodyForm Platform

Home fitness is becoming ever more popular these days and having the right equipment is a must. It’s on the rise due to cutting costs, lack of time, parenting, and sometimes comfort levels. Since I am a firm believer in exercise, I … Continue reading →

Long Work Hours Linked to Heart Problems

Are you overworked and underpaid? While the underpaid part is significant, it’s the overworked part that may have an immediate impact on your health. According to an 11-year study, people who work at least 10 hours a day are more … Continue reading →

FDA to Reduce Salt in Your Food

According to a report by the Washington Post, the Food and Drug Administration is planning to require food manufacturers to reduce the salt levels found in their processed foods. The initiative’s goal is to gradually reduce salt intake over the … Continue reading →

High Glycemic Foods Spike Heart Risks in Women

If a new study is correct, women have a new reason to minimize their intake of certain carbohydrates: heart disease. According to the study, women who eat more high glycemic foods, such as white bread, white rice, and other foods … Continue reading →

Heart Disease

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