heart health

Low to moderate wine intake can prevent neurodegenerative diseases (like Parkinson's and Alzheimer's) from setting in.

What if I told you that even healthy people can have high mortality rates? It may sound impossible, but the reality is that a bit of extra belly fat can be a lot more dangerous than you'd think.

People in states where trans fats were restricted had significantly fewer hospitalizations for heart disease.

German researchers used piglets to analyze the effects of zinc deficiency and found that a lack of zinc affected the piglets' heart muscles.

The impact of even small changes in weight on your health shouldn't be dismissed.

For many of us, there is simply no time during the work week to hit the gym...But don't let that discourage you...Being a weekend warrior, someone who works out mostly on the weekends is almost...

Red meat is a nutrient-rich food, with large quantities of iron, vitamin B12, and proteins; however, red meat is still perceived as not heart-smart, even though scientific evidence disagrees.

This study found that it's impossible to drop your LDL cholesterol too low.

Air pollution can negatively impact pulmonary function, making it harder for blood to reach the lungs, so be careful where you choose to exercise.

College-level athletes should be in the prime of their lives and in peak physical condition, yet football season strains and ages their hearts.

We frequently hear about the importance of maintaining "good" cholesterol, but what does these numbers really mean?