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Tagged as Heart Disease

Using Virtual Reality to Measure Stress Responses
Emotional triggers can dig deep, so those of us who suffer from stress responses may feel the need to limit our anxieties by avoiding scary situations or places. In the case of heart disease, learning limits might be life-saving, but other issues might not improve unless we push ourselves. We can’t always say how we’ll react to a given situation, and when stress is a factor, real-world interventions...
June 25, 2021
4 Ways to Curb Boredom Snacking
Picture it: you grab a bag of potato chips from the pantry, flop down on the sofa and flick through the TV channels trying to find something to watch. After munching through too many servings of chips, you begin to wonder if you’re even -hungry,- or if you’re only eating because you’re bored. Sound familiar?  I used to do it constantly. Like every night and sometimes in the afternoon, too. Snacking...
June 14, 2021
Untreated Obstructive Sleep Apnea is Dangerous
Obstructive sleep apnea- affects an estimated 3% of women and 10% of men between 30 and 49 years old; those figures jump to at least 9% of women and 17% of men when they’re between 50 and 70 years old. Many remain undiagnosed or untreated, leaving them at risk for complications like daytime sleepiness, headaches and even heart disease. A few treatment options are available, and strategies are likely...
May 17, 2021
Early Menopause Could Predict Heart Disease in White Women
Early menopause can occur for a number of reasons, although the resulting health effects are often the same. But recent studies have shown that white women who complete "the change" earlier than usual could see one significant impact, though additional factors might be at play. The key is knowing as early intervention might make a difference in many cases. We have the full breakdown as well as tips...
March 4, 2021
Mysterious ‘MINOCA’ Heart Attacks Strike High Rate of Women
When it comes to heart attacks, most people think of crushing chest pain and shooting pains in the left arm. They often also think of men. Which makes sense since it's men who are more likely to experience these particular symptoms. But for women, the symptoms of a heart attack may be (and often are) different. Ok so maybe you knew that, but did you know that women may also be more susceptible to the...
February 18, 2021
That Cozy Fire Could Be Hurting You
Not much compares to the warmth and glow of a crackling fire on a cold winter day. It can change the room’s whole feel, offering an escape from the elements and a place for couples or a family to huddle close through a long winter night. As inviting and cozy as that fire might be though, it could also be the source of multiple health problems. Here’s what everyone with a fireplace needs to know. Fireplaces...
December 21, 2020
What are Free Radicals and How Does Sugar Cause Them?
We may not always take the time to appreciate our health and energy. But every day, our bodies perform incredible balancing acts to boost both our well-being and our energy levels, to keep us alive and keep us healthy.  As part of those efforts, our cells produce waste products and those include free radicals. Normally, free radicals are part of the body’s balancing act. When they are out of balance,...
September 30, 2020
Omega-3 Supplements: The Good and the Bad
Ever wondered what’s really in that supplement you’re taking? Omega-3 supplements are talked about like they’re a miracle cure for heart disease, anxiety, and a host of other issues. But like any supplement, they have both benefits and side effects, and well, -research shows- neither of those things might actually matter and in some cases, the risks might even outweigh the benefits. That's right. There...
August 28, 2020
The Real Connections Between the Gut and Heart
Though they may seem like very different parts of the body with very different purposes, the gut and the heart actually have a lot in common. Both are focal points for many of the feelings we experience — and whether you listen to your gut or follow your heart, you’ve likely felt the emotional effects of both. But colloquialisms aside, researchers have recently discovered a whole new, purely physical...
May 28, 2020
When Wildfires Break Out Nearby: Try These
It seems like wildfires get worse every year and as we are staring down the barrel at summer now in the northern hemisphere, we should probably prepare for another wildfire season. At times, it’s almost as if half the world is on fire, between pandemics, earthquakes, and more. But smoke-season can be a serious health threat, so we're here to help you prepare. You might not be able to avoid every seasonal...
March 26, 2020