Topics

HYPERTENSION AND ATHEROSCLEROSIS

Feb 25, 2025 · · Heart Health
Q: Does hypertension lead to atherosclerosis or is it usually the other way around? A: High blood pressure (hypertension) is a major risk factor for atherosclerosis, a thickening or stiffening of the arteries. Over time, hypertension can weaken artery walls, making them vulnerable to the buildup of plaque—the definition of … Read More

Why You Should MIND What You Eat

Feb 25, 2025 · · Heart Health
Numerous studies have pointed to a possible link between what we eat and our cognitive health as we get older. Some research has pointed to the Mediterranean-DASH Intervention for Neurodegenerative Delay (MIND) diet as helpful for preserving memory and thinking skills. The diet, which was developed in 2015 by nutritionists … Read More

Keeping Your Kidneys Healthy

Feb 25, 2025 · · Heart Health
Chronic kidney disease (CKD), while common in older adults, doesn’t have to be an inevitable part of aging. Take charge of your kidney health by learning what your kidneys need to stay healthy and understanding the power you have to protect these vital organs. One common misconception about CKD is … Read More

Wake Up to the Wonders of Walking

Feb 25, 2025 · · Heart Health
Americans are walking more, according to recent data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) National Center for Health Statistics. CDC researchers analyzing National Health Interview survey results from 2022 found that overall, almost 60 percent of the participants walked for leisure and exercise in the seven days … Read More

Stick to the Plan…

Feb 25, 2025 · · Heart Health
Are you one of the millions of Americans who made New Year’s resolutions that centered on your health goals for the next 12 months? And, more importantly, are you still watching what you eat, or getting more exercise, or avoiding bad habits like smoking? Unfortunately, research suggests that after six … Read More

Perils of Ultraprocessed Foods

Feb 25, 2025 · · Heart Health
Q: What are ultra-processed foods and why are they bad for health? A: Ultra-processed are industrial formulations created from substances extracted from foods or synthesized in laboratories, with minimal or no whole food ingredients. They often contain additives such as artificial flavors, colors, and preservatives to enhance taste and extend … Read More
unexplained weight loss

Weight Checks

Feb 25, 2025 · · Heart Health
Q: Why do I have to always have my weight checked at the doctor’s office? I really don’t like to do that every time. A: As we age, our relationship with the scale can become complicated, yet as medical professionals, we routinely weigh older patients for several vital reasons. Weight … Read More

Heart Valve Disease Can Be Serious if Left Untreated

Feb 25, 2025 · · Heart Health
Recent UK research suggests that more than one-quarter of older adults have undetected heart valve disease. The problem occurs when the valves that help blood flow through the heart in the right direction don’t work as they should. This malfunction may happen due to stenosis (narrowing of the valve opening) … Read More

Enter Your Login Credentials
This setting should only be used on your home or work computer.

×