New study brings together results of all trials of wholegrain for reducing cardiovascular disease risk. Results show that eating four to six servings per day brings major health benefits. High wholegrain diet lowers body weight, cholesterol, blood sugar and blood pressure. Sophia Antipolis, France – 16 September 2026. Eating four to six servings of wholegrain […]
Category: Cardiology
Too much light at night changes the shape and working of the heart
Light pollution has been linked to cardiovascular disease. New study shows that people exposed to too much nighttime light go to develop changes in the shape and function of their hearts. Researchers say their findings could help to explain the link between light pollution and heart disease. Sophia Antipolis, France – 10 September 2026. Exposure […]
Patients who suffer heart attack have more micro and nanoplastic in their blood
Researchers measured levels of plastic in the blood supplying the heart. Levels were highest in heart attack patients, compared to other patients. Smokers and people exposed to polluted air also had higher levels. Sophia Antipolis, France – 15 July 2026. People who have suffered a serious heart attack had higher levels of micro and nanoplastics […]
New research helps understand how a long, healthy lifespan may be passed down across generations
Gothenburg, Sweden: Understanding why some people stay healthy without developing disease until late in life (have an increased healthspan*), whereas others become infirm at a much younger age has important implications for the health of today’s ageing population. Life expectancy has significantly increased in the last two centuries, but healthspan has not kept pace. Survival […]
Weight loss treatments linked to lower risk of obesity-related cancers in people without diabetes
A study of more than 229,000 obese adults without diabetes in the United States has shown that weight loss drugs are associated with a decreased risk of obesity-related cancers. The research found that GLP-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1 RAs), such as semaglutide (brand names: Ozempic, Wegovy) and tirzepatide (brand names: Mounjaro and Zepbound), were associated with […]
Experts call for women’s heart centres to tackle inequality in diagnosis & care
Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death in women. Women are more likely to have undiagnosed and untreated cardiovascular disease. Dedicated women’s heart centres are needed to improve diagnosis, treatment and care. Sophia Antipolis, France – 26 May 2026. Women are more likely to face delays in diagnosis of cardiovascular disease and, as a […]
Common food preservatives linked to high blood pressure and heart disease
The study of 112,395 people includes detailed analysis of diet and food ingredients. Researchers found eight preservative food additives linked to high blood pressure or cardiovascular disease. The highest risks were in people who ate the most preservatives. Sophia Antipolis, France – 21 May 2026. Eating foods that contain common preservative food additives may increase […]
Limit ultra processed foods to lower risk of heart disease, say experts
A decade of research shows UPFs are linked to a higher risk of heart disease. Current dietary advice does not address the possible harms of UPFs. Doctors should discuss UPFs with patients and recommend limiting their consumption. Sophia Antipolis, France – 7 May 2026. People who eat more ultra processed food (UPF) have a higher […]
Exercise harder, not just longer, to reduce risk of disease and death
A higher proportion of vigorous activity may reduce the risk of eight diseases. For some diseases the intensity is more important that the amount of activity. Getting out of breath, even for a few minutes per day, is beneficial. Sophia Antipolis, France – 30 March 2026. People who get just a few minutes of vigorous […]
AI can predict risk of serious heart disease from mammograms
AI can quantify calcification build-up in breast arteries via mammograms. This ‘arterial calcification’ is strongly linked to the risk of heart attack, stroke, and death. Breast cancer screening could also be used to screen for cardiovascular disease. Sophia Antipolis, France – 9 March 2026. The risk of serious or fatal heart disease can be predicted […]