(Natural News) A causal relationship exists between lower concentrations of matrix Gla protein (MGP), a biomarker of vitamin K status, and lower coronary heart disease (CHD) risk, reports a recent study published in Clinical Nutrition. However, lower CHD risk is not linked to vitamin K1 levels, which suggests that vitamin K2 is likely responsible for the heart […]

(Natural News) Cancer is the second leading cause of death around the globe, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). In fact, about one in six deaths globally is due to some form of cancer. But the thing is, an astounding 90 percent of cancer-related deaths aren’t because of complications caused by malignant tumors. Instead, […]

(Natural News) Vitamin C deficiency is linked to a higher risk of mortality from cardiovascular disease (CVD), according to a recent review. Published in the International Journal of Molecular Sciences, the article also suggests that vitamin C may help regulate blood pressure, reduce arterial stiffness and decrease the amount of cholesterol in the blood. The […]

(Natural News) Maintaining a healthy blood pressure is essential for avoiding life-threatening cardiovascular problems like heart attack, stroke and heart disease. While anti-hypertensive medicines are often the go-to treatments for high blood pressure, more and more people are looking for natural remedies to avoid the many side effects of prescription medications, which include lightheadedness, anxiety […]

(Natural News) The disease caused by the Wuhan coronavirus (COVD-19) isn’t just a respiratory disease. It also affects other parts of the body and, in some cases, even the heart. Looking at how the virus affects certain parts of the heart can help doctors gauge the severity of COVID-19, says a new study. Researchers from the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai […]

(Natural News) Myocardial infarction, more commonly known as a heart attack, occurs when blood flow to the heart decreases or stops, causing damage to the heart muscle. The formation of a blood clot is often implicated in this cardiac event and is strongly associated with atherosclerosis. Having high levels of cholesterol in the blood often […]

(Natural News) Cranberries are a tart superfood rich in vitamin C. Often recommended as a natural remedy for urinary tract infections (UTIs), several studies have shown that cranberries offer other health benefits, such as potentially fighting antibiotic-resistant superbugs. Cranberries are rich in vitamin C Vitamin C, also called ascorbic acid, is a water-soluble vitamin that helps […]

(Natural News) Consumer habits are changing due to the ongoing pandemic. Besides cleaning out toilet paper aisles and going organic, more and more people are opting for plant-based meat substitutes. In fact, the demand for plant-based sources of protein has seen a resurgence across multiple countries since the beginning of the pandemic, according to recent reports […]

(Natural News) Having good lifestyle habits like eating nutritious foods and exercising regularly is essential to your overall well-being. While various studies have found that maintaining a healthy weight is the best way to promote cardiovascular health, experts often have different opinions on how to achieve this goal. Now, according to a recent study conducted […]

(Natural News) If you want to keep your heart healthy, start taking up an exercise routine. According to a recent animal study published in the Journal of Applied Physiology, exercise can prevent arterial stiffness linked to heart failure by reducing oxidative stress and inflammation along the arteries. Exercise also led to the reduction of harmful […]