New research reveals that teens with higher BMI are more likely to experience elevated blood pressure as adults, especially if they have a genetic predisposition—underscoring the need for early weight management to reduce lifelong cardiovascular risks. Study: Body mass index modifies genetic susceptibility to high systolic blood pressure in adolescents and…

Heart failure is a major health concern, especially for aging populations-it significantly increases mortality rates, and severely impacts quality of life for those affected. Exercise therapy has been shown to be particularly effective for patients with heart failure. Previous research, however, has mainly examined the benefits of exercise after a diagnosis of heart failure. There…

Exercise is generally considered healthy and beneficial, even for individuals living with cardiovascular disease. However, there is a growing demand for personalized heart health advice that considers individual differences. A Theme Issue on sports and exercise of the Canadian Journal of Cardiology, published by Elsevier, investigates the risks and benefits of physical activity taking socioeconomic,…

New research reveals that pairing brain stimulation with daily exercise can curb cigarette cravings and inspire smokers to quit, offering fresh hope in the fight against nicotine addiction. Study: Transcranial direct current stimulation associated with physical exercise can help smokers to quit smoking: a randomized controlled trial. Image Credit: Yiistocking / Shutterstock …

People with favorable socioeconomic conditions, such as high incomes or education levels, face a reduced risk of age-related diseases and show fewer signs of biological aging than peers of the same age, finds a new study led by University College London (UCL) researchers. Social inequalities appear to have a direct impact on the biological aging…

From gut bacteria gone rogue to life-threatening heart disease — researchers reveal how tweaking your microbiome could be the next frontier in preventing cardiovascular problems. Study:  Beyond the Gut: Unraveling the Multifaceted Influence of Microbiome on Cardiovascular Health . Image Credit: Shutterstock AI Generator / Shutterstock.com In a recent…

Physical activity is seen as a way to extend the human lifespan, but Finnish twin studies found the benefits of physical activity for longevity may not be as straightforward as has been previously thought. Researchers from the University of Jyväskylä, Finland, investigated the links between long-term leisure-time physical activity and mortality, as well as whether…

New research out of Michigan State University expands on current understanding of the brain chemical dopamine, finding that it plays a role in reducing the value of memories associated with rewards. The study - published in the open access journal Communications Biology - opens new avenues for understanding dopamine's role in the brain. The research…

Diabetes affects more than 1 in 10 adults worldwide and has been accompanied by an increase in vision-threatening diabetic retinal disease. Concerningly, DRD is the leading cause of preventable blindness for those aged 20-74 years. Multiple studies have shown that DRD screening remains challenging because patients often do not have any symptoms in the early…

Can eating more steak and burgers fix iron deficiency? New research reveals red meat’s power to lift hemoglobin levels in women—but there’s a catch. Study: Effect of Increasing Red Meat Intake on Iron Status in Adults with Normal and Suboptimal Iron Status: A Systematic Literature Review and Meta-Analysis of Intervention Studies.…