The EGKARDIA study took a close look at how the Greek economic crisis affected the health of people who were already struggling. It focused on those who were hit hardest by the financial downturn. The study aimed to spot cardiometabolic diseases early on in these groups. Cardiometabolic diseases are conditions like heart disease, stroke, and diabetes. These are serio...

The way one eats can greatly affect how well one ages. This is especially true when it comes to heart health. Many older adults struggle with high blood pressure. This is a serious issue because it can lead to heart problems, strokes, kidney issues, and even problems with thinking and memory. But here is the good news. Eating well can make a big difference. It can sl...

The EAT-Lancet diet is not just about saving the planet. It is also about keeping hearts healthy. This diet is a big deal in the world of nutrition and sustainability. It is designed to feed everyone on the planet without harming the environment. But does it also keep people healthy? This question was explored in a large study of Chinese adults. The study looked at ...

Older women face a tough battle with physical fitness when they are not active. This is especially true for those with heart and metabolic issues. Many people know that exercise helps, but how it works for each person and how it changes over time is not clear. A recent study dug into this by looking at the effects of two types of workouts: resistance training and ...

Imagine surviving a storm but still feeling its effects years later. That's what many people are experiencing with long COVID. Five years after the initial outbreak, a significant number of people are still dealing with symptoms that just won't quit. They've been to countless doctors and had every test imaginable, but answers are still hard to come by. The m...

Heart health issues are a big problem for African immigrants living in the US. This is a well-known fact. But what if there was a way to improve their heart health through lifestyle changes? This is where a recent study comes in. The study focused on a virtual program designed to boost cardiometabolic health (CMH). CMH is a fancy term that includes things like heart...

Imagine this: You're an adult living in a military community. Where you live matters. Not the scenery or the weather, but something else: the health of your neighbors. Researchers did a study. They looked at military families. These families get moved to different places. It's like a big, natural experiment. People tend to gain weight and ge...

You know how families and babies live at birth matter? Well, a study dug into how these early life factors can affect kids heart health, diet and physical activity. This was about kids at ages 8, 9 and 10 years old, before puberty. The study wanted to check out if things like economic status, family background, and even gender and stage of puberty could have an eff...

Over the past four decades, one researcher has made significant contributions to the field of cardiovascular health. Their work has focused on understanding the connection between obesity, insulin resistance, type 2 diabetes, and heart disease. They've also explored ways to manage and prevent these conditions. A key finding is that regular physical activity plays a c...

Did you know that spending too much time sitting down can increase your risk of heart disease, even when you're young? A new study aims to find out which types of sitting and what lifestyle factors are most harmful for college students. By understanding when and why students sit so much, researchers hope to create better ways to help them stay active and healthy. But...