"Go red" or "wear red" have become universal mantras for promoting heart-health during February, American Heart Month. But health and nutrition experts say we should also be eating red to protect our hearts. Americans are encouraged to discover the power of eating heart-healthy red foods during the first-ever National Eat Red Week, Feb. 4-10. Science suggests red foods, like tart cherries, may help protect your heart.
Daniel O'Connor, M.D., Professor of Medicine and Pharmacology at the UCSD School of Medicine, has studied about 265 twin pairs over the past few years, which has led him to some surprising discoveries. In a series of studies published in 2007 in the American Heart Association journals Circulation and Hypertension, O'Connor identified particular genes that influence human heart health.
A landmark trial is underway to test whether an implant can stimulate the brain to lower blood pressure when medicine has failed. Early indications are very encouraging.
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American Heart Month is the ideal time to initiate the lifestyle changes that can help lower your risk of heart disease. USP's Dr. Ara DerMarderosian promotes proactive prevention rather than damage control.
Is an aspirin a day good for you, and how much should you take? Ten years after the FDA issued recommendations about the use of aspirin for people who have had heart attacks or are at risk for them, it may be a good time to talk to your doctor about the aspirin you're taking.
Research shows that being in love or in a happy relationship is associated with a much lower risk of coronary disease, and married people who do suffer from heart disease, such as heart failure, have better outcomes.
A new generation of scanning technology allows physicians to see inside the body with amazing detail, without any incisions. A University of Kentucky cardiologist has authored a book to help doctors understand and use technology that could give patients a better option for learning if they are at risk for a heart attack.
Texas Tech experts can discuss how to express love effectively, why people stay in bad relationships, intimate partner violence, mental abuse, how a couple's handling of conflict is more important than amount of conflict in a relationship and how everyday acts of love mean more than cards, candy and flowers.
Lori Daniels, M.D., cardiologist at the University of California, San Diego Medical Center offers cardiac patients five easy ways to love their hearts throughout the year.
Love is in the air as Valentine's Day nears, and Gettysburg College philosophy professor Steve Gimbel is offering some ethical and practical advice on flirting to those of the faint of heart. "Flirting is an art form. The accomplished flirt knows when to be subtle and when to be blunt," Gimbel said. "But the game can be dangerous, especially if you are involved with someone. Does your lover have a right to be pissed at you for flirting? Like so much in ethics, the answer is it depends."
February is the month of love and other "matters of the heart." Several Central Michigan University experts are available to comment on topics related to this theme.
Stroke remains the number-three killer and number-one cause of disability in America, but recent advances in stroke treatment are allowing physicians to stop a stroke in progress "“ something that once seemed impossible. New treatments are allowing interventional cardiologists to transfer their skills in stopping heart attacks to stopping a "brain attack." In response, SCAI has launched a program to train physicians of multiple specialties to stop stroke earlier than ever.
Experts can discuss cutting-edge reproduction research and translational medicine between equine reproduction and human reproduction. Topics include newly discovered causes of sexual dysfunction, how mammals recognize that they are pregnant, factors affecting fetus sex differentiation, affects of aging, and selection the sex of offspring.
Psychological studies of lesbian and gay couples reveal key factors that promote healthier relationships and parenting, and can serve as examples for straight couples. Psychologist and researcher Robert-Jay Green, PhD provides insight into these important characteristics that can result in more satisfying marital and family relations.
February often brings scrambled messages when it comes to heart health and a healthy lifestyle. For many years, common misconceptions have led many to believe that some foods, like eggs, can potentially raise bad cholesterol levels, even if they are part of a healthy diet. However, one way that may help sustain a health-conscious diet year-round is to replace ordinary eggs with Eggland's Best eggs, which have lower cholesterol and increased nutritional benefits.
Strawberries are not only delicious and nutrient-rich, new research from Harvard Medical School found that they may offer cardiovascular disease protection. The new study found that those who reported eating the most strawberries experienced lower blood levels of C-reactive protein, a biomarker for inflammation in the blood vessels.
Montefiore Medical Center recently became the first hospital in the Northeast to implant a HeartNet cardiac restriction device in a patient, part of a study aimed at patients with advanced heart failure. The device is applied in a minimimally invasive procedure and through its unique properties the mesh "jacket" decreases wall stress and promotes reverse remodelling of an enlarged heart.
The 11th annual "Heart of San Diego" Gala benefiting the University of California, San Diego's Sulpizio Family Cardiovascular Center will honor philanthropists J. Robert Beyster, Ph.D. and his wife Betty on March 8 at the Hotel del Coronado.
Dr. Timothy S. Harlan, assistant professor of clinical medicine at Tulane University School of Medicine, provides delicious recipes and sound nutritional advice as "Dr. Gourmet" on his nutrition website at www.drgourmet.com.
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