Artery-Stiffening in Healthy 40-Year-Olds

Even healthy, young adults may have hardening of the arteries

Wednesday, April 06, 2016 Follow Us         Featured Harmful Artery-Stiffening Seen in Healthy 40-Year-Olds Even healthy, young adults may have hardening of the arteries that can harm their brain health, a new study suggests. Brain changes that can lead to mental decline and Alzheimer's... Read more ...  News Berries: Big Health Benefits in Small Packages You already know berries are good for you. But researchers are finding more and more reasons to eat these nutritious powerhouses. Here's one of the latest juicy details: Berries may... Read more ... Vitamin D Boosts Heart Function in Study Regular doses of vitamin D3 may improve heart function in heart failure patients, a new British study suggests. "These findings could make a significant difference to the care of heart... Read more ... Do-It-Yourself Blood Pressure Checks May Help Spot Heart, Stroke Risk Keeping track of your blood pressure at home may provide a better indicator of your risk for heart disease and stroke than waiting to have it taken by your doctor, Japanese researchers... Read more ... Exercise May Keep Your Brain 10 Years Younger, Study Suggests Older adults who exercise regularly could buy an extra decade of good brain functioning, a new study suggests. The study found that seniors who got moderate to intense exercise retained... Read more ... Many With Irregular Heartbeat Missing Out on Stroke-Preventing Treatments Doctors know that a heart rhythm disorder called atrial fibrillation increases the odds for stroke. But less than half of "a-fib" patients at highest risk for stroke are prescribed recommended... Read more ... Men's Health Center MedicineNet's Men's Health Center gives you all of the tools necessary to maintain a healthy body and mind. Get access to various men's health topics, slideshows, quizzes and medications for reference. This important topic area guides a man through the stages of his life, as well as learning the conditions and diseases that may occur. Educating yourself for transitions into different phases of life is key to a healthy, happy, and productive life. Read more ... Health Tools   Picture Slideshows   Quizzes   Health & Living   Pinpoint Your Pain   Medical Word of the Day   More Newsletters   Diseases and Conditions   Medical Picture of the Day   MedicineNet Home