Most of us can agree that friendship is a vital part of life. Our friends give us support, connection, and laughter, but they also help to prevent loneliness and isolation. Research suggests…
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Multiple Studies Agree: Keto Diets Could Hurt Your Heart Health, But Eating More Plants Could Help It
Ketogenic diets (often referred to as just “keto” for short) are more popular than ever. In fact, research suggests that in 2020, keto was the most Googled diet in the US, and…
We Asked the Experts: How Does a Vegan Diet Support Heart Health?
We all know it’s important to take care of our bodies, but one of the most important elements to focus on is, without a doubt, our heart health. After all, heart disease…
There Is a Link Between Food Environment and Heart Failure Risk, Says New Research
McDonald’s is an American staple. Around one in eight people in the US have worked in one of the chain’s locations in their lifetime, and there are more than 14,300 locations across…
What Is Psyllium Husk? How This Ayurvedic Plant Can Support Your Heart and Improve Digestion
Herbal extracts are a common treatment within Ayurveda, India’s 5,000-year-old medicine system. Turmeric, for example, is believed to support joint health according to its teachings, and ginger can aid digestion. Psyllium husk…
3 Plant-Based Brands with American Heart Association Support for Heart Health Month
In 1964, Lyndon B. Johnson declared February American Heart Month in an effort to bring attention to the disease—which has been the leading cause of death in America since 1921. And to…
Can You Improve Heart Health on a Vegan Diet? (Plus Recipes!)
Way back in ancient Egypt, a princess called Ahmose Meryet Amon died in her 40s. At the time, little was known about why. But thanks to technological advances, in 2011, it was…