Forget an apple a day - try an avocado a day
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. 
Step by step: 4,000 steps a day can lower your risk of death
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...
Adding prunes to your diet may promote heart health
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.
3 Heart Healthy Drinks to Promote Cardiovascular Health
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 not so sweet for your 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.
Macular Degeneration Linked to Heart Disease and Stroke Risk
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...
A healthy heart can help keep your eyes healthy
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.