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March 25, 2024

Intermittent fasting linked to higher risk of heart-related death in new study

The weight-loss strategy known as time-restricted eating or intermittent fasting has been linked to a much higher risk of cardiovascular death, according to a new study. Here are details.

February 18, 2024

Heart health risk factors for women over age 50: 'Don't ignore new symptoms,' experts warn

For women over age 50, there are a few factors regarding heart health that deserve attention. Two doctors mapped out the signs, symptoms and methods of keeping a happy heart.

December 29, 2023

Google reveals the top 10 health searches of 2023 — and experts answer them

Google has released its annual Year in Search, which breaks down the top searches in 2023. Below are the top 10 health-related questions of this year, along with experts’ responses to each.

November 27, 2023

When measuring heart attack risk, one important red flag is often overlooked, doctors say

Dr. Seth Baum, a cardiologist and chief scientific officer at Flourish Reseach in Florida, told Fox News Digital about the importance of an often overlooked risk factor for heart disease.

August 29, 2023

Ask a doctor: 'How can I prevent high cholesterol?'

Preventing high blood cholesterol is important for heart health. Dr. Robert Pilchik, a cardiologist with Manhattan Cardiology, offered six tips to keep it at a healthy level.

March 6, 2023

Keto diets could increase risk of heart attack and stroke, says new study

A new heart-health study suggests that a “keto-like” low-carb diet could significantly raise the risk of heart attacks, strokes and other cardiovascular events.

March 4, 2023

New cholesterol pill, Nexletol, lowers heart attack risk for patients who can't take statins: study

A drug called bempedoic acid (brand name Nexletol) has been shown to be an effective alternative for lowering cholesterol and reducing heart attack risk, according to a major study.

February 27, 2023

Be well: Add an egg (or 3) to your daily diet for heart health

Adding eggs to your daily diet may help prevent cardiovascular disease by up to 60%, a study published in the journal Nutrients found. Just keep your total saturated fat intake in mind.

February 15, 2023

Heart health warning: Man scheduled for hip replacement winds up with quadruple bypass surgery

David Holland of New York City thought he would be having a hip replaced. Instead, after a cardiology checkup, he wound up needing quadruple bypass surgery. Here's his story.

February 1, 2023

Educate yourself about heart disease and participate in Wear Red Day during February, American Heart Month

Americans celebrate Nation Wear Red Day in the month of February to support the millions of people suffering from heart disease in the United States.