As of June 3, 2026, the number ten maintains a dual identity as both a fundamental mathematical cornerstone and a historically significant cultural symbol. While recent scientific interest highlights the nutritional benefits of chia seeds, the digit itself continues to underpin global systems ranging from computing standards to ancient religious practices. Nutritional Science and the … Read more
In an earlier era, the American Heart Assn. and the U.S. federal government were very closely aligned on what the American public should eat and why. Dietary guidelines from the cardiovascular research nonprofit largely mirrored those published by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. American Heart Assn. representatives advised the government on the … Read more
Newswise — New research published in Nature Cardiovascular Research reveals that heart failure and atrial fibrillation share underlying genetic and molecular mechanisms, suggesting that the two cardiovascular conditions may be less distinct than previously thought. Two serious heart conditions that often coexist Heart failure occurs when the heart muscle is damaged and unable to pump … Read more
Hong Kong women navigating menopause have often felt the need to “soldier on”, their hot flushes dismissed by others – and themselves – as stress, their mood swings blamed on “having teenagers” and their fatigue chalked up to ageing. But a new non-profit organisation aims to put a stop to that. The Hong Kong Menopause … Read more
Newswise — ORLANDO, Fla., Feb. 24, 2026 — For the one in three (98 million) Americans living with prediabetes, a surprising fresh fruit pairing may hold promise for heart health. A new study published in the Journal of the American Heart Association suggests that adding one avocado and a cup of mango to your daily … Read more
In an odd convergence of digestive health and cardiology, there’s emerging science that points to a biological pathway that might have significant implications for blood pressure control: passing gas.A study by Johns Hopkins University found out that hydrogen sulfide, a gut-produced gas released while passing gas, has been found to have potential in reducing blood … Read more
Walking might seem like the simplest form of exercise — something your fitness tracker demands you do 10,000 times a day. But in Japan, scientists have taken this humble activity and supercharged it into a research-backed, age-defying fitness routine that’s going viral across the world. It’s called Interval Walking Training (IWT), and its benefits may … Read more
Share on PinterestJust a single serving of an erythritol-sweetened beverage may harm brain and blood vessel health, according to a new cellular study. Image credit: Mats Silvan/Getty Images. Recent studies suggest a connection between higher levels of erythritol — a popular sweetener — in the blood and an increased risk of vascular health issues, such … Read more
Newswise — Transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) is a minimally invasive procedure used to replace damaged heart valves, offering patients an alternative to open heart surgery. Over the last decade, there has been a dramatic shift in the treatment of valvular heart disease, and today, the majority of patients with aortic stenosis who undergo aortic … Read more
Nearly 2 million major cardiac events could be avoided through the use of semaglutide at its indicated dose among eligible patients, according to the researchers of a new modeling study published in Diabetes, Obesity and Metabolism.1 While the modeling showed that semaglutide at a dose of 2.4 mg could significantly reduce the incidence of and … Read more