London – Many people, especially those who should limit their sodium intake due to heart health concerns, ingest more of this element than is advised daily. A recent study discovered individuals with cardiovascular disease (CVD) were ingesting more than twice as much sodium per day — 1,500 mg— as is advised. The study participants ingested an average of 3,096 mg …
Walking 10,000 steps daily is not a must
London – Poeple are told that 10,000 steps a day are a must for a healthy lifestyle. But according to new data, reported by Hola, the 10,000-step rule is not based on any research but is rather just a popular phrase. According to a study published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology, there is no set amount of steps …
pen Letter Regarding Use of Lilly’s FDA-Approved Tirzepatide Medicines
Indiapolis – Lilly is committed to meeting the needs of people affected by diabetes and obesity with treatment options that change the way healthcare providers can treat these diseases and offer breakthroughs for patients. The development and approvals of Mounjaro and Zepbound demonstrate our continued commitment to this mission. Patient safety is Lilly’s top priority, and we actively engage in …
Additional research funding given to help people in Canada sleep well
Ottawa – Sleep is a crucial part of overall health, playing an important role in physical and mental health. Not getting enough sleep can contribute to health issues, including cardiovascular disease, diabetes, hypertension, infection or sepsis, cancer, poor mental health, and premature death. While half of all adults in Canada have trouble sleeping, research shows that racial discrimination can make …
Talk therapy for depression
London – New research shows that talk therapy for depression can help against heart disease. The study of almost 637,000 people who took part in talk therapy conducted by the UK’s National Health Service (NHS) between 2012 and 2020 found that those whose depression symptoms improved were 12% less likely to develop cardiovascular disease, including coronary heart disease, stroke, and …