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avocados
Forget an apple a day - try an avocado a day
Recently published study results reveal that eating an entire avocado every day greatly improves diet quality.

cardiovascular health
Step by step: 4,000 steps a day can lower your risk of death
With the increase in the number of people living a sedentary lifestyle, which in turn, leads to an increase in risk of all-cause mortality, patients are asking their doctors what the number of step...

cardiovascular health
Adding prunes to your diet may promote heart health
With cardiovascular diseases one of the leading causes of death in the United States, one of the recommendations to help lower heart disease risk is to eat a variety of fruits and vegetables.

cardiovascular health
3 Heart Healthy Drinks to Promote Cardiovascular Health
The beverages we consume is just as important in maintaining a healthy heart.

artificial sweeteners
Artificial Sweeteners not so sweet for your heart
A recent French study suggests a direct link between higher artificial sweetener consumption and increased risk for cardiovascular disease, including heart attack and stroke.

age-related macular degeneration
Macular Degeneration Linked to Heart Disease and Stroke Risk
Researchers have discovered a possible association between a particular form of macular degeneration and a higher risk of stroke and heart disease.
Patients with age-related macular degeneration wi...

cardiovascular health
A healthy heart can help keep your eyes healthy
Researchers analyzed the data from 6,118 adults who were 40 years old or older and had participated in the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey between the years of 2005 - 2008.