Water, Water Everywhere… So Take a Drink
Are you drinking enough water? We all know water is good for us, but did you know proper water intake may play a role in healthy aging? Suboptimal hydration may accelerate aging and increase the risk of chronic diseases and premature death. A study tracked more than 15,000 people aged 45 to 66. Chronic diseases […]
Small Amounts of Alcohol Increases Risk of A Fib
Razi Berry A single glass of wine can quickly — significantly — raise the drinker’s risk for atrial fibrillation, according to new research by UC San Francisco. The study provides the first evidence that alcohol consumption substantially increases the chance of the heart rhythm condition occurring within a few hours. The findings might run counter […]
Insomnia Associated with Heart Disease
Razi Berry People suffering from insomnia may have an increased risk of coronary artery disease, heart failure and stroke, according to new research in the American Heart Association’s journal Circulation. Previous observational studies have linked insomnia with increased risk of developing heart disease and stroke Previous observational studies have found an association between insomnia, which […]
Apple Watch May be Able to Detect Atrial Fibrillation
Razi Berry A preliminary report from Stanford University School of Medicine shows promise of wearable technology being used to detect atrial fibrillation.1 The research was part of the Apple Heart Study, an unprecedented virtual study including over 400,000 enrolled individuals. The study concluded that wearable technology is able to safely identify heart rate irregularities, including […]
Diagnosing Cardiac Disease, Just by Looking at Your Face
ROCHESTER, NY – Doctors can take one look at a patient’s face and be able to tell if the person is suffering atrial fibrillation, according to a new study. The study, published online in August in the journal Heart Rhythm, says the use of web cameras and software algorithms can help reveal subtle skin color […]