Eating Fish With Omega 3 Fatty Acids Could Reduce Heart Disease Risk In Young Women

Young women may reduce their risk of developing cardiovascular disease simply by eating more fish rich in omega-3 fatty acids, researchers reported in Hypertension: Journal of the American Heart Association…

Vegetables, Fruits, Grains Reduce Stroke Risk In Women

Swedish women who ate an antioxidant-rich diet had fewer strokes regardless of whether they had a previous history of cardiovascular disease, in a study reported in Stroke: Journal of the American Heart Association. “Eating antioxidant-rich foods may reduce your risk of stroke by inhibiting oxidative stress and inflammation,” said Susanne Rautiainen, M.Sc., the study’s first author and Ph.D…

Abused Girls May Have Higher Risk Of Heart Disease, Stroke As Adults

Sexually and physically abused girls may have higher risks for heart attacks, heart disease and strokes as adults, according to research presented at the American Heart Association’s Scientific Sessions 2011…

Sugary Drinks May Increase Heart, Diabetes Risk In Women, Even Of Normal Weight

Women who drink two or more sugary drinks a day, even if they are of normal weight, appear to be at higher risk of heart disease and diabetes, according to a new study presented over the weekend to the American Heart Association’s (AHA’s) Scientific Sessions 2011, which is running from 12-16 November, in Orlando, Florida…

Middle-Aged Women With Restless Legs Syndrome At Increased Risk Of High Blood Pressure

If you’re a middle-aged woman with Restless Legs Syndrome, you may have a higher risk of developing high blood pressure, according to new research reported in Hypertension: Journal of the American Heart Association. RLS is a common yet under-recognized sensory motor disorder characterized by intense, unpleasant leg sensations, and an irresistible urge to move the legs…

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