Tag: Heart Health
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Heart-Safe Tips for Cold Weather Protection and Safety
Why cold weather affects the heart Winter brings temperature drops, shorter days, and increased stress on the cardiovascular system. For people with existing heart conditions or those at risk, the cold can raise blood pressure, thicken blood, and increase the work the heart must do to keep the body warm. Understanding these risks is the…
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How to avoid premature death in middle age: practical steps for longevity
Understanding the goal: reducing risk, not blaming individuals Midlife is a pivotal time to reassess health and well-being. This article focuses on practical, evidence-based strategies to reduce the risk of premature death in middle age. It’s not about labeling anyone’s life as a statistic or blaming personal choices, but about empowering people with actionable steps…
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4 Foods You Shouldn’t Have Stopped Eating for Health and Weight
Introduction: Rethinking “Food to Avoid” Many dieting guides emphasize elimination—cut more, fear less. But sustainable health often comes from a balanced approach that includes foods you may have pushed aside. Here are four foods people frequently stop eating, why they matter, and practical tips for reintroducing them in a healthful way. 1. Whole Grains Whole…
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4 Foods You Shouldn’t Have Stopped Eating for Health
Reconsidering the No-Foods-List When people aim to lose weight or support heart health, it’s common to adopt a strict list of foods to avoid. The problem with this approach is that it can turn a simple, sustainable plan into a long, exhausting self-imposed ban. The truth is that certain foods are not inherently bad; they…
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The 4 Foods You Shouldn’t Have Stopped Eating
Rethinking food avoidance Many nutrition advice articles turn healthy eating into a perpetual game of “what not to eat.” The result? People chop powerful, nutritious staples from their daily meals, only to feel deprived and miserable, sometimes undermining their own health goals. The truth is not all “bad” foods are created equal. In fact, some…
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Is Santan High in Cholesterol? Coconut Milk Health Insights
What is santan and why the concern? Santan, or coconut milk, is a creamy liquid extracted from grated coconut flesh. It’s a staple in Malaysian and Southeast Asian cooking, lending rich flavor to iconic dishes like rendang, laksa, and curries. For years, diners have wondered whether santan affects cholesterol levels, given its association with saturated…
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QuickCheck: Is Santan High in Cholesterol? Debunking Coconut Milk Myths
Understanding santan and cholesterol Santan, known in Malaysia as coconut milk, is a staple in many beloved dishes like rendang and laksa. A common concern among diners is whether santan raises cholesterol levels. The short answer is: santan itself does not contain cholesterol, because cholesterol is found only in animal products. Coconut milk is plant-based,…
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QuickCheck: Is Santan High in Cholesterol? Separating Fact from Folklore
Does santan contain cholesterol? Many people assume that coconut milk, known locally in Malaysia as santan, is high in cholesterol because it comes from coconuts and has a rich, creamy texture. The truth is more nuanced. Santan itself is a plant-based product and contains no cholesterol. Cholesterol is only found in animal-derived foods. So, in…
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Global Menopause Heart Health Study Gets $10 Million to Detect Silent Artery Changes and Boost Prevention
New Global Initiative Aims to Redefine Menopause and Heart Health A groundbreaking global study has secured $10 million to launch the largest trial yet focused on how menopause shapes heart health. The SHE-HEALS study, co-led by BHF Professor Ziad Mallat at the University of Cambridge and Professor Martha Hi…, seeks to uncover how hormonal changes…
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Global menopause heart health study aims to redefine prevention with the SHE-HEALS trial
Global effort launches to understand menopause and heart health A new international initiative has secured $10 million to launch what researchers call the largest trial to date focused on how menopause shapes heart health. The SHE-HEALS study, led by renowned researchers from the University of Cambridge, aims to detect silent changes in arteries and test…