Month: July 2024

May 31, 2023 – If you have type 2 diabetes, you could already be at a higher risk for heart disease without knowing it. About one-third of people with diabetes in a new study had higher levels of two things in their blood linked to heart disease.These blood “biomarkers” can be detected before someone has… […]

You may have heard that a paleo diet can help with weight loss. That’s most likely because it’s filled with of lean meats, fish, fruits, vegetables, nuts, and seeds while being low in carbohydrates and processed and sugary foods.But how might the paleo diet affect your cholesterol?You’ve probably heard of two types of cholesterol in… […]

May 31, 2023 – In an exclusive sit-down interview with WebMD’s John Whyte, MD, FDA Commissioner Robert M. Califf, MD, shares how artificial intelligence could transform the future of medicine, what the FDA can and cannot do about drug shortages and misinformation, and why it’s an exciting time at the agency. “Let’s talk about what everyone’s… […]

Brandon Wilson had his first heart attack at 29.“One day I just woke up and said, ‘I don’t feel right.’”He’d had chest pain before, but not like this.“It was on a level that I can only describe as some of the worst pain I’ve ever had in my life.”In the emergency room, doctors and nurses… […]

If you have high cholesterol, one of the lifestyle changes you might consider as you work to bring your levels down is to start a workout program. While many doctors suggest brisk walks or resistance training, regular yoga may also improve your cholesterol. You can practice in a class online, in a studio with a… […]