Heart & Cardiovascular Health

The Medical-Pharmaceutical Complex has been elevating my blood pressure for years by trying to convince me that the systolic readings produced in my doctor’s office matter. New research renders that argument moot.

Even if you have high blood pressure, experts say, salt may not be the culprit.

Geezers facing ever stricter demands to lower their blood pressure might want to look beyond the American medical-pharmaceutical complex for guidance.

Despite obsessing for nearly a half century over the role of lipoproteins in heart disease, researchers seem to be more conflicted than ever.

Trying to improve your circulation? Try these four exercises.

Can exercise help varicose veins? Are there quick fixes for cold hands? Learn what's true — and false — when it comes to circulation.

Functional-medicine doctors are using new metrics to measure heart health and disease risk.

A new book, The Haywire Heart, examines the symptoms, prevention, and treatment of a condition dubbed “athlete’s heart.”

A new study suggests that geezers might benefit from producing more LDL cholesterol.

Major new study shows organic milk and meat offer significantly more omega-3 fatty acids.

New research shows how a positive attitude can improve your ability to rebound from heart disease.

Conclusion is likely to boost prescription drug use to meet government standards.