As marijuana use grows, researchers want to know how it affects the heart
Apr 20, 2020
There鈥檚 a dearth of information 鈥� and some barriers to doing research 鈥� about the cardiovascular risks that may accompany the increasingly popular drug.
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Lessons on enduring the pandemic from an Oklahoma City bombing survivor
Apr 17, 2020
No matter what challenges the coronavirus pandemic poses, Amy Downs knows all about bouncing back from unthinkable devastation. She didn't merely survive the Oklahoma City bombing. Given a second chance at life, she transformed everything about herself since the horrific morning of April 19, 1995.
Breathing wildfire smoke may raise risk of cardiac arrest
Apr 15, 2020
The tiny toxic particles in the smoke can trigger a series of events in the body that endanger the heart, according to a new study.
Most of the nation's teens aren't getting enough exercise
Apr 9, 2020
Only about 1 in 4 teens get enough exercise, and doctors say screen time is partially to blame.
Smoking habit that starts early is harder to kick
Apr 8, 2020
The younger people are when they first light up, the harder it will be to stop smoking as an adult, a new study finds.
Eating well can benefit both your health and your bank account
Mar 27, 2020
Proper nutrition not only prevents illnesses like stroke, heart disease and diabetes 鈥� it also can save money. (This article was created with financial support from Transamerica.)
If you think before you snack, it鈥檚 not so bad
Mar 26, 2020
For better or worse, snacks are a big part of the American diet. But between-meal eating doesn鈥檛 have to be a bad thing.
Soy-rich foods like tofu may help lower heart disease risk
Mar 23, 2020
Foods like tofu that are rich in isoflavones might lower risk of heart disease, according to observational research.
Is this nature's healthier meat replacement?
Mar 23, 2020
Packed with protein and plenty of fiber, legumes are a natural plant-based meat replacement that can contribute to good heart health.
Tropical smoothie adds a healthy green touch to St. Patrick's Day
Mar 16, 2020
A blend of spinach and fruit makes this smoothie nutritious, sweet and as green as a shamrock.