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Tiny, daily bursts of vigorous incidental physical activity could almost halve cardiovascular risk in middle-aged women

Science Daily - Heart Disease

An average of four minutes of incidental vigorous physical activity a day could almost halve the risk of major cardiovascular events, such as heart attacks, for middle-aged women who do not engage in structured exercise, according to new research.

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Why Exercise Is The Key To A Longer Life

Dr. Paddy Barrett

The evidence that high levels of exercise and subsequent fitness are linked with increased lifespan and health span is clear. By the end of this article, you should be convinced that high levels of fitness and daily exercise are a MUST for a longer quality of life without major illness. Here’s why. Enjoy the process.

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Small amounts of incidental vigorous physical exertion may almost halve major cardiovascular events risk in women

Medical Xpress - Cardiology

Short bursts of incidental vigorous physical exertion, lasting less than a minute each, may almost halve the risk of a major cardiovascular event, such as heart attack or heart failure among women who don't exercise regularly, finds research published online in the British Journal of Sports Medicine.

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Physiology Friday #239: Can Exercise Prevent the Blood-Pressure-Elevating Effects of Sleep Deprivation?

Physiologically Speaking

This was one of my main research interests in graduate school when I was involved in projects related to the effects of sleep deprivation on blood vessel function (endothelial function)—a major risk factor for developing cardiovascular disease. One potent strategy is exercise. I know I have (new dad here). and woke up at 7 a.m.

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Surviving Heart Attacks: The Importance of Cardiac Collateralisation

Dr. Sanjay Gupta

It is therefore logical to say that the single most important factor in terms of prognosis from a heart attack is the size of the affected territory. The larger the territory that dies, the weaker the heart gets. A lot of research has therefore focussed on methods by which we could improve our coronary collateral circulation.

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Alcohol and Heart Health: Understanding the Impact of Drinking on Your Heart

MIBHS

Some research suggests that moderate drinkers may have a lower risk of heart disease compared to those who abstain or engage in heavy drinking. Drinking too much alcohol can lead to high blood pressure, a major risk factor for heart disease. Over time, this can contribute to heart failure and other serious complications.

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Do You Want The Formula For Preventing Heart Disease?

Dr. Paddy Barrett

With the ultimate goal that all of my patients (Myself included) live a long and healthy life and die with, not from, heart disease. The steps to implementing this process result from over a decade of research. The Heart Health Formula covers everything you need to know about understanding and reducing the risk of heart disease.