Microplastics are everywhere, including our arteries. And although their presence there is correlated with cardiovascular issues such as heart attacks and stroke, doctors were eager to learn more about how to manage the disease process. To that end, a team of scientists led by the University of California, Riverside (UCR) fed microplastics to laboratory mice … Read more
Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States. People of most racial and ethnic groups in the country are more likely to die from a heart-related issue than anything else. These statistics are staggering, and if you’ve ever felt overwhelmed when researching what you can do to improve your heart health, … Read more
Most of us think of orange juice as a simple breakfast habit, something we pour without much thought. However, scientists are discovering that this daily drink may be doing much more in the body than quenching thirst. A recent study showed that regular consumption of orange juice can influence the activity of thousands of genes … Read more
A new data assessment is helping to quantify the significant impacts of environmental factors on heart disease incidence in Europe. According to an early November update from the European Environment Agency, factors such as air pollution, extreme temperatures, and exposure to harmful chemicals “cause around one in five cardiovascular deaths in the European Union”. What … Read more