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People whose diets included at least a daily half tablespoon of olive oil had a lower risk of heart disease than those who did not consume it.
Childhood trauma raises lifetime risk for cardiovascular disease, early death
Traumatic experiences in childhood, such as abuse or living with caregivers with substance use disorders, can increase an individual’s risk of cardiovascular disease and early death.
Tofu consumption linked with decreased risk of heart disease
Eating tofu and other soy-based foods with high levels of isoflavones may lower the risk of heart disease, according to a new study from Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health. The study, led by Qi Sun, associate…
Fiber has benefits beyond gut health
Consuming between 22 and 34 grams of fiber a day can help keep the gut healthy, and it also has been linked to a number of other health benefits.
Moderate egg consumption not associated with higher cardiovascular disease risk
Consuming up to one egg per day does not appear to be associated with cardiovascular disease risk.
Climate in the clinic
Climate change—and how it affects health—should be front and center for doctors, health care workers, and hospitals, said speakers at a symposium.
Following healthy lifestyle habits at middle age may increase years lived free of chronic diseases
Maintaining five healthy habits at middle-age may increase years lived free of type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and cancer.
Poor diets linked to $50 billion in U.S. health care costs
Unhealthy diets account for almost 20% of U.S. health care costs from heart disease, stroke, and diabetes.
Don’t be fooled by different names for added sugar
When reading food labels, be aware that added sugar can hide under other names.
Mother’s diabetes in pregnancy may increase child’s risk of heart disease in adulthood
Adults with mothers who had diabetes during pregnancy may have a greater risk of cardiovascular disease compared to those who did not, according to a new study.