13 h. ago Daily snack boosts the health of people at greater risk of heart disease and strokes

According to Heart UK, one in every four adults in the UK has metabolic syndrome, but scientists believe a daily snack may help

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4 d. ago The Guardian view on fitness: evidence of the benefits of exercise keeps growing, but who is listening? | Editorial

Physical activity is part of a healthy lifestyle – ministers should grab the chance to shape the culture surrounding itThe role of exercise in promoting good general health, and helping to prevent heart disease, strokes and diabetes is well established. No wonder, then, that long‑distance running keeps growing in popularity. Popular tracks and parks have never been busier, with groups in stretchy Lycra and fitness trackers on their wrists. The internet is awash with exercise videos, while figures earlier this year showed that gym memberships have climbed to a record 11.5m. The 16.9% of people aged 16 or over in Britain who belong to a gym is one of the highest proportions in Europe.The older teenagers and young adults of generation Z are a key demographic behind this social trend. And recent news from the world’s biggest cancer conference, in Chicago, shows how right they are to take the health benefits of fitness seriously. A landmark trial compared the outcomes of p...

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4 d. ago Butter may actually be good for us and stop us from dying, boffins discover

Scientist believe butter might just be better for us than we first thought as just a teaspoon of the stuff could help us live longer and reduce the chances of heart disease

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5 d. ago Common Sunday Dinner herb fights dementia, diabetes, heart disease and eczema

Many of us will be adding it to our Sunday Roast with meat, potatoes and carrots

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5 d. ago Eating at least five grams of butter a day can reduce the risk of Type 2 diabetes and heart disease

Spread the news - butter might actually reduce your risk of heart disease, according to scientists.

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1 week ago Doctors discover food that prevents heart disease and diabetes... and 90% of Americans don't eat enough of it

A group of American researchers have discovered that phytosterols, a compound found naturally in a variety of foods can help improve metabolism and reduce inflammation

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1 week ago Staying hopeful could significantly reduce risk of heart attacks

A study has found that hope as a form of ‘self-prescription’ can be a powerful tool

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1 week ago Major study finds 90p supplement could slash risk of sudden heart death: 'Reverses' signs of deadly disease

Experts from the University of Leeds, who led the trial, said taking the supplement for four months was found to vastly improve heart health and hope it can one day be prescribed to protect patients.

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1 week ago The attitude change that could reduce risk of heart disease or stroke

A study has found the ‘self-prescription’ can be a powerful tool

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1 week ago Drinking Diet Coke has been tied to heart health risks. Here’s what you should know

Just a couple drinks a day may increase your risk for heart disease and stroke, according to researchers.

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3 w. ago Scientists pinpoint how many hours sleep will increase your risk of heart disease

A new study has shed light on exactly how a lack of sleep causes harm

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3 w. ago One surprising food 'you should eat 3 times a week' to lower heart disease risk

A Harvard expert has said that his family eats the "very healthy food" three times a week as it's also been shown to potentially lower a person's risk of cardiovascular disease

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3 w. ago Man loses wife and son to same heart condition: ‘I feel robbed’

The pair ‘still had so much to do’

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last month Doctor urges all slim people over 30 to practise health hack that wards off heart attack

In a viral clip seen by over 250,000 people American anaesthesiologist Dr Myro Figura explains 30 is a crucial age for increased risk of heart disease.

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