You check your phone. You count steps. You might even track your sleep. But when was the last time you checked your blood pressure? A recent study by the American Heart Association revealed that 47% of American men have high… Continue Reading →
Picture your blood vessels as busy highways, with cholesterol acting like cars on the road. Too much traffic leads to jams, while too little means wasted space. Many of us struggle to find that sweet spot, especially when conflicting advice… Continue Reading →
Ever wonder why some days you feel bloated and others you’re left cramping after a workout? The culprit might just be lurking in your saltshaker. Sodium, often underestimated, acts like a behind-the-scenes conductor for your body’s orchestra, regulating essential functions… Continue Reading →
Think of your coronary calcium score as your heart’s fingerprint, a unique marker that paints a vivid picture of your cardiovascular health. Just as archaeologists analyze layers of sediment to piece together Earth’s history, your calcium score tells the story… Continue Reading →
Did you know that every 5 minutes someone in the United States dies from a blood clot? That’s about 274 people each day. Think of blood clots like traffic jams in your blood vessels, they can slow down or completely… Continue Reading →
Did you know that about 1.6 million Americans discover a lung nodule on their chest X-ray or CT scan every year? That’s like finding the population of Philadelphia! While most lung nodules turn out to be harmless, it’s natural to… Continue Reading →