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Is Your Leg Pain Signaling a Looming Heart Attack, Stroke, or Amputation?!

January 29, 2025 Pennies-a-day supplement works like “roto-rooter” for cardiovascular health Lyndon B. Johnson likely suffered five heart attacks during his lifetime. And as president, he designated February as American Hearth Month to bring more attention and research to heart disease—the No. 1 killer of Americans.1 Yet, even today, one common cardiovascular condition... Read More >

Categories: nl-2025-02
Newsletter Issue: February 2025

Are Sleep and Blood Pressure Aging Your Brain Faster

January 13, 2025 Picture this: You’re sitting at your kitchen table, trying to remember where you placed your keys or what you meant to grab from the pantry. For many seniors, small lapses in memory can feel like a natural part of aging—but could they be something more? Our brain, the powerhouse of... Read More >

Categories: Aging blood pressure brain health cognitive decline gray matter hypertension sleep white matter

Everyday Health Issues Accelerating Kidney Decline?

January 6, 2025 When it comes to taking care of our health, the kidneys often take a back seat. Unlike the heart or the brain, which often dominate discussions about aging and disease prevention, kidneys quietly perform life-sustaining work without much fanfare. But as we age, their importance can’t be overstated—especially when multiple... Read More >

Categories: cardiometabolic conditions chronic conditions kidney decline kidney health senior health

Stress Eating? There’s a “Sweet” Solution

December 3, 2024 When stress strikes—as it often does this time of year—many of us instinctively reach for comfort foods. You know, those fatty, satisfying indulgences that temporarily soothe our nerves. But while these foods might feel like the answer in the moment, they could be making stress worse, not better. New research... Read More >

Categories: Cocoa health benefits. Flavanols Comfort food recovery Stress eating Vascular health

Is Your Waistline a Better Predictor of Heart Disease?

October 16, 2024 For decades, we’ve been told to focus on BMI—body mass index—as the primary measure of our health. But as more research emerges, it’s becoming clear that BMI may not tell the whole story. In fact, a new health metric is gaining attention, and it could be a more reliable indicator... Read More >

Categories: BMI body roundness index BRI cardiovascular risk health indicators heart disease

Silent Signs of High Blood Pressure You Can’t Ignore

September 30, 2024 You’re sitting in your doctor’s office, waiting for the blood pressure cuff to tighten around your arm. As it squeezes tighter, so does your anxiety. The numbers pop up on the screen—higher than you’d hoped—and suddenly, the conversation turns to hypertension. You feel that familiar dread creep in because you... Read More >

Categories: heart disease high blood pressure hypertension
Trick or Treat-ment: Once-Feared Ancient Relic Makes a Comeback

Trick or Treat-ment: Once-Feared Ancient Relic Makes a Comeback

September 27, 2024 Could these blood-sucking creatures treat modern diseases? There’s a frightful, fanged, blood-sucking creature of the night that actually possesses rare and remarkable healing powers. And no, it’s not a vampire—or any other spooky, nocturnal being you might see prowling around in the dark on Halloween.  Instead, we’re talking about leeches—and... Read More >

Categories: nl-2024-10
Newsletter Issue: October 2024

Garden-Fresh Hope for Heart and Kidney Health

August 20, 2024 We’ve all heard it before: “Eat your fruits and vegetables!” But let’s be honest, sometimes it feels like just another chore on your to-do list. Well, it’s time to pay attention. A new study has uncovered some pretty amazing things about how fruits and vegetables protect your heart and kidneys.... Read More >

Categories: fruits heart high blood pressure kidney disease vegetables

Is Your Body Clock the Missing Piece in Your Blood Pressure Puzzle?

June 6, 2024 Imagine this... You’ve been diligently taking your blood pressure medication every day, exactly as prescribed. You’ve made all the necessary lifestyle changes—eating a healthier diet, exercising regularly, and managing your stress levels. But despite your best efforts, your blood pressure still isn’t quite where you and your doctor would like... Read More >

Categories: blood pressure medication body clock chronotype circadian rhythm heart attack risk

Protect Your Heart at ANY Age with a Simple Calcium Trick

May 9, 2024 Keeping your heart healthy is crucial at any age. But it becomes even more important as the years go by... While many factors contribute to cardiovascular health, a new study has uncovered a surprising link between the timing of your calcium intake and your risk of heart disease. Published in... Read More >

Categories: cardiovascular disease circadian rhythms dietary calcium

Seniors, It’s Time to Get MOVING! (Here’s Why)

May 8, 2024 As we age, it becomes increasingly important to prioritize our health and well-being. While there are many factors that contribute to a long and healthy life, a new study confirms that one of the most powerful tools at our disposal is something that’s accessible to almost everyone: aerobic exercise. The... Read More >

Categories: aerobic exercise heart health longevity

Atrial Fibrillation: Not Just an “Old Person’s Problem”?

April 24, 2024 For many seniors, the words “atrial fibrillation” or “AFib” conjure up images of gray hair and aging hearts. After all, this irregular and often rapid heartbeat has long been considered a problem primarily affecting older individuals. But a groundbreaking new study from the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC) is... Read More >

Categories: Afib atrial fibrillation cardiovascular risk factors heart health younger adults
Allan Spreen, M.D.
Dr. Allan Spreen, Chief Medical Advisor

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