February 08, 2012: Big Drop in Americans' Blood Levels of Trans Fats, CDC Says
New findings focus on whites but studies on other groups underway

January 27, 2012: Too Much Fructose Sweetener Tied to Heart Risks in Teens
Study finds high consumption associated with early signs of diabetes, other health issues

January 10, 2012: Study Challenges Potassium Guidelines for Heart Attack Patients
Current recommendations for the mineral may be too high, researchers say

December 15, 2011: Poor Lifestyles Harming U.S. Heart Health: Report
Comprehensive update shows Americans gaining weight, eating more junk food, exercising less

November 22, 2011: How Much Salt Is Best for the Heart?
New study shows fine balance: too much or too little raises death, hospitalization risk

November 15, 2011: Low Vitamin D May Increase Stroke, Heart Attack Risk in Women
Vitamin has anti-inflammatory effects on the arteries, researchers note

October 11, 2011: Healthy Diet May Counteract Heart Disease Gene
Piling plates with fruit, veggies, berries reduced genetic risk in large study

August 06, 2011: Smart Food Choices Key to a Healthy Barbeque
Lean meats, veggies, marinades good options for summer grilling, expert advises

May 24, 2011: Cooked Right, Fish Can Help a Woman's Heart
Study found eating it broiled or baked reduced risk of heart failure by 30%

May 23, 2011: Younger Docs More Likely to Prescribe Drugs for Heart Disease: Study
But their patients are not better off than those of older docs who stress lifestyle changes

April 22, 2011: To Get Americans Healthier, U.S. Targets the Heart
People urged to eat better, exercise more before risk factors develop

March 06, 2011: Potassium-Rich Foods May Cut Stroke, Heart Disease Risk
Powerful nutrient is found in fish, poultry, dairy and many fruits and vegetables, researchers say

February 14, 2011: Too Few Heart Patients Go to Cardiac Rehab
More frequent referrals, discussions with doctors could change that

January 24, 2011: U.S. Heart Disease Costs Expected to Soar
Will triple by 2030, report says; experts urge prevention efforts

January 05, 2011: Fish Oil May Help Some Heart Failure Patients
Omega-3 fatty acid supplements seem to boost heart function, study finds

December 02, 2010: Lifestyle Key to Preventing Stroke, Guidelines Say
Number of strokes rising in U.S., but deaths drop almost one-third

November 15, 2010: Few Make Lifestyle Changes that Could Keep Their Heart Healthy
Survey found only .01 percent heeded all seven recommendations from heart association

October 11, 2010: No Heart Benefit Seen From Folic Acid Supplements
Extra doses of the B vitamin don't lower risk of stroke, cancer or death, large-scale analysis finds

October 04, 2010: Treat High Blood Pressure in Blacks Aggressively: Experts
International medical group recommends starting lifestyle changes, drug therapy earlier than usual

August 30, 2010: Low-Dose Omega-3 Fatty Acids Don't Protect Heart Patients
Dutch study finds consuming small amounts in margarine daily didn't prevent cardiac trouble

August 16, 2010: Red Meat May Boost Women's Heart Disease Risk
Eating fish, poultry, nuts and low-fat dairy lowers the chances, study shows

August 09, 2010: Wider Waist May Raise Death Risk Later in Life
Study suggests it increases chances of heart trouble, cancer, respiratory disease, independent of weight

July 30, 2010: Calcium Supplements Linked to Boost in Heart Attack Risk
People should get needed mineral through their diet, researchers say

June 26, 2010: No Omega-3 Heart Benefit Seen in Women With Type 1 Diabetes
But men with condition who consumed the most had lower incidence of heart disease, study found

June 18, 2010: Moderate Coffee, Tea Drinking Lowers Heart Disease Risk
And moderate to high tea consumption cuts risk of dying from the condition, study finds

June 18, 2010: Ninety Percent of Stroke Risk Due to 10 Risk Factors
Eighty percent of stroke risk due to five lifestyle factors, international study finds

May 19, 2010: Study Challenges Notion That Moderate Drinking Protects the Heart
Higher social status, better overall health could explain the link, researchers say

May 10, 2010: Bran Intake Helps Those With Diabetes
Study finds lower death rates among women who ate the most whole grains

April 23, 2010: Magnetic Fields Concentrate Drug Delivery
Medicine-loaded particles delivered directly to stents, researchers say

April 15, 2010: B-Vitamins Help Protect Against Stroke, Heart Disease
People with a diet rich in folate and B-6 are less likely to die from cardiovascular disease, study finds

March 08, 2010: Increasing Soda Consumption Fuels Rise in Diabetes, Heart Disease
Finding suggests new health policies could make a dent in the problem, researcher says

March 08, 2010: Processed Meat May Harm the Heart
Salt and preservatives may be the culprits, researchers suggest

February 10, 2010: Women's Heart Disease Awareness Still Lacking
More than 40 percent of women don't know it is leading killer, survey finds

February 01, 2010: Herbal Remedies Can Cause Cardiac Problems
They interfere with effects of prescription drugs for heart troubles, researcher says

January 20, 2010: Small Cuts in Salt Intake Spur Big Drops in Heart Trouble
U.S. study found just 3 fewer grams a day slashed heart disease, death rates

November 19, 2009: Moderate Drinking Guards the Heart
But protective effect can wear off at higher levels in men, study finds

November 17, 2009: Benefits of Eating Fish May Depend on Preparation
Baked or boiled beats fried or dried for heart health, researchers say

November 16, 2009: Moderate-Fat Diet May Be Better at Reducing Heart Risks
People with metabolic syndrome should steer clear of low-fat meal plans, study says

October 05, 2009: Mercury in Fish Linked to High Blood Pressure
But researcher downplays importance of effect

August 24, 2009: Americans Are Urged to Cut Sugar Intake
Experts recommend far fewer teaspoons a day than average person now consumes

August 11, 2009: How Weight Loss Helps the Heart
Study found it reversed structural abnormalities seen among the obese

June 30, 2009: Metabolic Syndrome May Make Breast Cancer More Likely
Study finds increased risk for postmenopausal women

June 18, 2009: Omega-3 Fatty Acids Might Curb Depression in Heart Patients
Study found low levels in bloodstream correlated with increased risk

April 24, 2009: Reduce Suffering, Urge Heart Failure Patients and Caregivers
Survey finds that psychological needs are going unmet

April 22, 2009: Fatty Fish May Cut Heart Failure Risk in Men
Study finds benefit from consuming just one serving a week

April 20, 2009: Fructose-Sweetened Drinks Up Metabolic Syndrome Risk
But glucose-based beverages may not have same impact, study finds

April 13, 2009: Review Confirms Links Between Diet, Heart Health
Vegetables, nuts, and 'Mediterranean' fare most beneficial, researchers find

April 01, 2009: Atkins Diet Tougher on Heart After Weight Loss
Study found worse cholesterol, blood vessel health than with South Beach, Ornish regimens

March 23, 2009: Too Much Red Meat May Shorten Life Span
Major study finds an effect, but critics say meat offers important nutrients

March 16, 2009: Firefighters Have Narrower-Than-Normal Arteries, Study Finds
Experts cite smoke, eating habits and sleep patterns as potential causes