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health6 hours ago•3 min saved

Inhaled cannabis linked to a small drop in certain heart rhythm irregularities

A randomized crossover trial of 108 adults who regularly used cannabis found that inhaling cannabis on 14 days reduced daily cardiac ectopy by about 9%, driven by fewer premature atrial contractions, with no significant changes in premature ventricular contractions, physical activity, sleep, or mean glucose; the effects are small, the study has limitations (imperfect adherence, varied cannabis products, young population with low ectopy), and researchers urge more research before any clinical implications are drawn.

via Medscape|

#atrial-contractions #cannabis #cardiology

health7 days ago•62 min saved

Cardiologists Say CoQ10 Is Usually a Waste—Choose Diet, Exercise, Sleep Instead

Cardiologists warn that CoQ10 supplements offer uncertain value for heart health and can interfere with medications like warfarin and diabetes drugs, making them a questionable use of time and money. They urge evidence-based lifestyle changes—eat a heart-healthy diet (Mediterranean/DASH), aim for at least 150 minutes of aerobic activity plus resistance training each week, and prioritize sleep—as more reliable ways to protect the heart, noting CoQ10 may have niche use only under medical supervision or in very specific deficiencies.

via AOL.com|

#cardiology #coq10 #health

cardiology12 days ago•12 min saved

Small daily coffee may be safe in atrial fibrillation, trial suggests

A randomized DECAF trial found that drinking at least one cup of caffeinated coffee daily did not increase recurrent atrial fibrillation or flutter after electrical cardioversion and was associated with fewer recurrences, challenging decades of caffeine restrictions in AF patients.

via News-Medical|

#atrial-fibrillation #caffeine #cardiology

health19 days ago•420 min saved

Cardiologist Warns: Energy Drinks Endanger Heart Patients

A cardiologist warns energy drinks, which combine caffeine with stimulants like taurine and guarana, can provoke dangerous heart rhythms and even cardiac arrest in people with heart disease; he urges heart patients to avoid them and suggests black coffee as a safer option, noting that up to 400 mg of caffeine daily is safe for most adults while energy drinks can be addictive and harm cardiovascular health.

via TODAY.com|

#caffeine #cardiology #cardiovascular-disease

health20 days ago•7 min saved

The Daily Egg Debate: How Many Should You Eat for a Healthy Heart?

For most healthy adults, one egg per day is safe, and two eggs can fit into a heart-healthy diet if the overall diet is low in saturated fat; the real impact on cholesterol depends on individual factors such as LDL levels, diabetes, and existing heart disease, so personalized medical guidance is advised for higher-risk individuals.

via The Times of India|

#cardiology #cholesterol #diet

cardiology21 days ago•3 min saved

Coronary Calcium Scoring Refines Heart-Risk Benchmarks and Statin Decisions

Adding coronary artery calcium (CAC) scoring to PREVENT-ASCVD risk estimates helped reclassify adults into more accurate risk categories and guide statin decisions in a US cohort; CAC=0 was linked to lower observed ASCVD risk and CAC>0 to higher risk, especially when statin eligibility was uncertain, with CAC-enhanced risk stratification improving net reclassification across risk tiers.

via Medscape|

#ascvd-risk #cardiac-ct #cardiology

health24 days ago•16 min saved

Silent heart signals: 8 early warnings you mustn't ignore

Doctors say heart disease often begins with subtle signs long before chest pain. New or unusual fatigue, shortness of breath with everyday activities, pain or discomfort in the jaw/neck/back/arms, indigestion-like sensations, dizziness, unexplained sweating, swollen ankles, or an irregular heartbeat can all signal cardiac stress. Recognizing these early clues enables prompt evaluation and treatment to prevent progression, with emphasis on regular check-ups and managing blood pressure, diabetes, and cholesterol, alongside a healthy lifestyle.

via The Times of India|

#cardiology #early-detection #health

health26 days ago•61 min saved

Cardiologists spotlight 9 everyday habits to quit for a healthier heart

Cardiologists list nine everyday habits to quit to protect your heart, including long periods of sitting, ignoring high LDL, overlooking family history, consuming ultra-processed foods, allowing chronic stress, neglecting personal health for others, taking supplements without medical advice, adopting an all-or-nothing mindset, and waiting too long to act. They note that up to 90% of heart disease is preventable and that small daily changes—more movement, whole-food choices, stress management, and consulting a doctor about supplements—can make a meaningful difference.

via AOL.com|

#cardiology #cholesterol #health

health29 days ago•9 min saved

Why women’s heart attack symptoms can hide—and what to watch for

A hospital worker recounts nearly missing a heart attack because women often present with nonclassic signs. The piece highlights that female heart attack symptoms can include chest pressure in the upper abdomen, jaw, neck, back, fatigue and GI distress, and stresses proactive testing and patient advocacy (e.g., hs-CRP, Lp(a), ApoB, CAC) plus regular checkups. Experts note the need for better education and research on women’s cardiovascular risk and encourage patients to persist with doctors to get answers and appropriate tests.

via The Guardian|

#awareness #cardiology #health

health1 month ago•6 min saved

Five Subtle Signs That May Signal Early Heart Failure

A US cardiologist highlights five easy-to-miss signs of heart failure—rapid overnight weight gain, a persistent cough, sudden fullness with reduced appetite, unexplained brain fog, and waking at night gasping for air—emphasizing that spotting these subtle clues early can prompt evaluation and improve outcomes for those at risk.

via The Times of India|

#cardiology #fluid-retention #health

science1 month ago•6 min saved

Heart's hidden neural network shields its rhythm under stress in mice

Researchers in mice identified two distinct subtypes of neurons in the heart’s intrinsic nervous system. Npy+ neurons slow the heart and are required to prevent heart failure, while Ddah1+ neurons buffer the heart during acute stress; loss of Ddah1+ neurons makes stressed mice die, and stimulating them improves survival, revealing a local cardiac circuit that protects heart function under stress with implications for heart disease.

via Nature|

#cardiology #intrinsic-cardiac-nervous-system #mice

health1 month ago•16 min saved

Wedding Joy Sparks Rare Heart Syndrome in a Mother

A 65-year-old mother developed the rare happy heart syndrome, a form of takotsubo cardiomyopathy, after extreme happiness at her daughter's wedding. She presented with chest pain and shortness of breath, was treated in intensive care for suspected acute coronary syndrome, but arteries were normal and imaging showed the characteristic left-ventricular ballooning. After hospitalization she fully recovered, underscoring that intense joy can, in rare cases, trigger serious heart problems and must be recognized by clinicians.

via Gizmodo|

#cardiology #case-report #happy-heart-syndrome

health1 month ago•7 min saved

Tiny daily rituals, big health payoff: cardiologist shares 5 habits

A cardiologist outlines five small, evidence-based daily habits—drink water within 30 minutes of waking, take a 10–15 minute walk after your main meal, get morning sunlight, add fiber to every meal, and practice a two-minute box breathing exercise—to lower inflammation, improve metabolism, support circadian rhythm, and boost overall health over time by focusing on sustainable daily routines rather than drastic diets.

via The Times of India|

#cardiology #gut-health #health

health1 month ago•252 min saved

A Cardiologist’s Go-To Omega-3 for Heart Health

Dr. Christina S. Reuss, a cardiologist, advocates adding omega-3 fatty acids for heart health within a Mediterranean-style, food-first approach and uses supplements only when diet isn’t enough. She explains the three omega-3 types (ALA, EPA, DHA), cites fatty fish as a top source, and lists plant options like chia, flax, and nuts. For supplements, she recommends third-party testing, small-month purchases, and sustainable formulations, while noting algae-based options for those with allergies and cautioning that no single nutrient guarantees heart protection—vegetables should fill most of the plate.

via AOL.com|

#cardiology #health #heart-health

health-care2 months ago•11 min saved

AI-powered ECG clues reveal hidden risk group for sudden cardiac death

A Nature News & Views piece shows a deep-learning model trained on thousands of ECGs and death records uncovers a previously unrecognized high‑risk group for sudden cardiac death by identifying ECG features that may improve risk prediction beyond current tools, potentially guiding targeted use of implantable defibrillators after further validation.

via Nature|

#cardiology #deep-learning #ecg