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Popular Sugar Substitute Marketed to Diabetics Linked to Stroke, Heart Attack, Brain Cell Damage

Popular Sugar Substitute Marketed to Diabetics Linked to Stroke, Heart Attack, Brain Cell Damage

A widely-used sugar substitute found in products marketed to people with diabetes may involve more risks than rewards. In a new study published in the Journal of Applied Physiology, researchers from the University of Colorado Boulder found that erythritol — an organic compound used for so-called “stevia” products sold by the brands Wholesome, Truvia, and Splenda — can harm brain cells …

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Top Supplements for a Healthy Heart, Recommended by a Cardiologist

Top Supplements for a Healthy Heart, Recommended by a Cardiologist

Welcome back! Apparently, there’s a hot new summer cocktail, and it’s called the Hugo Spritz. Find out why everyone is jumping on this bubbly’s bandwagon. On the agenda: But first: Let’s talk about matters of the heart. If this was forwarded to you, sign up here. Download Business Insider’s app here. This week’s dispatch Omega-3 can be found in fatty …

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Don’t ignore these heart warning signs in your 40s, 50s, and 60s |

Don’t ignore these heart warning signs in your 40s, 50s, and 60s |

Heart attacks are no longer just a concern for seniors. New research reveals that heart disease is hitting younger adults, especially women, harder than ever. With a 66% rise in heart attacks among adults aged 18 to 44, it’s critical to recognise early warning signs of heart trouble. Experts say lifestyle habits, rising obesity, and even past COVID infections are …

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Mysterious migraines after heart surgery may finally be explained

Mysterious migraines after heart surgery may finally be explained

After a common heart surgery, some patients experience migraines with visual auras — temporary vision disturbances, such as flashing lights and zigzag lines. The reason for this unusual complication was a mystery, but now, research hints that blood clots in the brain may be the culprit. “These [clots] have previously not been thought to result in any symptoms or to …

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A Cardiologist Says This Is the One Vegetable Everyone Should Eat for Better Heart Health

A Cardiologist Says This Is the One Vegetable Everyone Should Eat for Better Heart Health

Key Takeaways Rich in monounsaturated fats, fiber, potassium, and antioxidants, avocado supports heart health by lowering LDL cholesterol, reducing blood pressure, and fighting inflammation. Avocado’s soluble fiber binds to cholesterol in the digestive tract, helping the body remove it naturally and further reducing heart disease risk. Versatile and mild in flavor, avocado can be easily added to salads, sandwiches, smoothies, …

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‘His heart was as big as his body, he was special’

‘His heart was as big as his body, he was special’

HOUSTON – Retired former Houston Texans linebacker Bryan Braman, a popular special-teams ace known for his aggressive, hell-bent-for-leather style of play, lost his battle with a rare, aggressive and recurring form of cancer. PREVIOUS: ‘In the fight of his life,’ ex-Texans linebacker Bryan Braman battles rare form of cancer, J.J. Watt donates $10,000 Despite multiple surgeries and extensive treatment, the …

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