Why we need to improve heart health in Europe

Why we need to improve heart health in Europe

Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is the number one cause of death in Europe. They cost the EU around 282 billion euros in 2021, more than the entire EU budget.[1] Sixty million people live with CVD in the EU, while 13 million new cases are diagnosed annually.[2] Behind these data are individual stories of suffering and loss, … Read more

Our 15 Best Slow Cooker Dinners for a Healthy Heart

Our 15 Best Slow Cooker Dinners for a Healthy Heart

A dinner that supports a healthy heart shouldn’t be difficult to prepare. With low amounts of saturated fats and sodium, you can enjoy something delicious and satisfying that meets your goals. Plus, these recipes let your slow cooker do the work so you spend less time cooking and cleaning. From slow-cooked chicken and brown rice … Read more

‘New Dawn’ for Aldosterone as a Drug Target in Hypertension?

'New Dawn' for Aldosterone as a Drug Target in Hypertension?

Once-daily treatment with the selective aldosterone synthase inhibitor lorundrostat (Mineralys Therapeutics) safely and significantly reduced blood pressure in adults with uncontrolled hypertension in a phase 2 randomized clinical trial. Eight weeks after adding lorundrostat (50 mg or 100 mg once daily) or placebo to background therapy, the drug reduced automated office sitting systolic blood pressure … Read more

Fresh fruit and vegetable prescriptions help improve heart health

Fresh fruit and vegetable prescriptions help improve heart health

People with diabetes who were prescribed fruits and vegetables saw their blood sugar drop significantly. And adults with hypertension have seen their blood pressure drop. Ryan JLane/Getty Images hide caption toggle subtitle Ryan JLane/Getty Images People with diabetes who were prescribed fruits and vegetables saw their blood sugar drop significantly. And adults with hypertension have … Read more