Tag: heart disease

Study suggests flavanol consumption can protect heart from stress-induced events

From the University of Birmingham press release: Increased consumption of flavanols — a group of molecules occurring naturally in fruit and vegetables — could protect people from mental stress-induced cardiovascular… Read more »

Study suggests depressed or anxious teens risk heart attacks in middle age

From the European Society of Cardiology press release: Depression or anxiety in adolescence is linked with a 20% greater likelihood of having a heart attack mid-life, according to research released… Read more »

Study suggests even a single mindfulness meditation session can reduce anxiety

From the Experimental Biology 2018 press release: Mindfulness meditation programs have shown promise for the treatment of anxiety, one of the most common mental health disorders in the U.S. New… Read more »

Study suggests depression negatively impacts heart and stroke patients

From the American Heart Association press release: Depression, even when undiagnosed, can have many negative effects on cardiovascular patients, including poor healthcare experiences, more use of healthcare resources and higher… Read more »

Significant financial stress associated with 13-fold higher odds of having a heart attack

From the European Society of Cardiology press release: Significant financial stress is associated with a 13-fold higher odds of having a heart attack, according to research presented at the 18th… Read more »