It has long been thought that drinking water with baking soda could help with heartburn, indigestion, and even cleanse the body. However, a recent review has shown that this common household remedy might not be as safe as many people believe. The news has brought attention to both the benefits and risks associated with baking soda, particularly when it is taken in large amounts or over long periods.
Heart
The heart is a hollow, muscular organ in vertebrates, responsible for pumping blood through the blood vessels by repeated, rhythmic contractions. The term cardiac, as in cardiology, means – related to the heart – and comes from the Greek word, kardia, for heart.
Artificial Sweetener Might Increase Heart Disease Risk, Research Suggests
A popular sugar substitute, erythritol, often used in low-calorie foods and drinks, might be linked to a higher risk of heart disease. This finding comes from recent research, though it’s important to remember that the results are still considered preliminary.
Looking to Improve Heart Health? Consider Adding Potatoes to Your Diet
Recent research has shed new light on the potential health benefits of potatoes, particularly for individuals with Type 2 diabetes. Despite their reputation, potatoes—especially when baked—may offer significant advantages for managing blood sugar and improving heart health.
Breakthrough Wearable Device Prevents Sudden Cardiac Arrest
A new water-resistant patch, designed as a wearable cardioverter-defibrillator (P-WCD), has been proven safe and effective for people at risk of sudden cardiac arrest. This information comes from a study published in the August 6 issue of the Journal of the American College of Cardiology.
Walking for Health: A Closer Look at the Numbers
In 2022, more than half of adults, 58.7 percent, walked for leisure in the past seven days, and 16.2 percent walked for transportation. This information was shared in a recent report by the National Center for Health Statistics.
Dzifa Adjaye-Gbewonyo, Ph.D., and Elizabeth M. Briones, Ph.D., from the National Center for Health Statistics in Hyattsville, Maryland, analyzed data from the 2022 National Health Interview Survey. They wanted to understand how many adults walked for leisure and transportation in the past week.
Women and Migraine: A New Perspective on Heart Health
In a recent study, it was discovered that many traditional factors that increase the risk of heart disease are actually linked to a lower risk of migraines in women. This surprising finding came from a study published in Neurology.
Pharmacists Help Reduce Stroke Risk in Older Adults
Community pharmacists are important in helping older adults reduce their risk of stroke by prescribing the right medicine. A study published on July 24 in JAMA Network Open shows this.
Disabled Individuals Face Challenges in Accessing Fitness Facilities
Many people with disabilities are not getting enough exercise because fitness centers do not have the right equipment or staff trained to assist them, according to a new study.
It was found that most commercial gyms make little effort to promote fitness for people with disabilities, explained Alexandra Jamieson, a research scientist at The University of Texas at Arlington Research Institute.
Short Exercise Can Offset Long Hours of Sitting, Study Finds
It was found in a recent study that hours spent sitting can be balanced with just minutes of active exercise each week.
People who sit for eight or more hours a day can reduce their overall risk of death, especially from heart disease, by performing at least 140 minutes of moderate to vigorous physical activity every week, according to the study results.
Daily Low-Dose Aspirin and Colon Cancer: New Insights
It has been known that taking a small dose of aspirin every day helps prevent colon cancer. But recent research shows that people who benefit the most are those with a higher risk of getting the disease due to their lifestyle.