A growing number of younger U.S. adults are being hospitalized for strokes, and a new study suggests that’s at least in part because more of them have risk factors like high blood pressure, obesity and diabetes.

A new study reportedly validates the health risks posed by trans fats. TFA’s, otherwise known as hydrogenated or partially hydrogenated oil, is found in a lot of packaged or processed food, and is meant to improve taste and expand shelf life.

Having hypertension in midlife (ages 40-60) is associated with an elevated risk of cognitive impairment and Alzheimer’s dementia later in life as well as shrinkage of the brain.

Natural cardiologist Dr. Joel Kahn shares his top ten holistic tips for a health heart and healthy life in this short presentation video.

Dr. Ellsworth Wareham is a famous cardiothoracic surgeon who retired at the age of 95. He believes his healthful lifestyle contributes to his longevity and shares his experiences and thoughts in this short interview. He is still living and healthy at the age of 102 as of this date.

Just one diet drink a day can triple the risk of a deadly stroke, a study suggests. The researchers also found links to dementia described as a “worrying association” by experts.