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RFK Jr. Calls Out Donald Trump's 'Unhinged' Diet And The Bizarre Reason He Prefers McDonalds

staff@healthdigest.com (Nancy Schimelpfening) — Thu, 15 Jan 2026 13:30:00 +0000

On "The Katie Miller Podcast," Robert F. Kennedy Jr. discussed the unusual reason that Donald Trump prefers McDonald's over something healthier.

Dick Cheney Survived A Staggering Number Of Heart Attacks During His Life

staff@healthdigest.com (Angelique H. Caffrey) — Fri, 14 Nov 2025 13:30:00 +0000

The former U.S. vice president underwent procedures and took medication to maintain his quality of life after numerous heart attacks across the decades.

Can A Stroke Cause Hair Loss? Here's What To Know

staff@healthdigest.com (Angelique H. Caffrey) — Mon, 03 Nov 2025 14:30:00 +0000

Falling hair may not be on the list of the commonly known side effects of a stroke. But is there a link between the two -- and if there is, can the hair regrow?

The Popular Green Fruit That's High In Magnesium And Calcium And Can Lower Your Heart Disease Risk

staff@healthdigest.com (Angelique H. Caffrey) — Sun, 02 Nov 2025 14:30:00 +0000

Maintaining a balanced diet full of nutritious food is still the best way to protect your cardiovascular health. Consider adding this small fruit to your diet.

These Teas May Boost Heart Health And Help Lower Blood Pressure

staff@healthdigest.com (Beth Bradford) — Wed, 15 Oct 2025 12:30:00 +0000

To protect your heart, it's important to pay attention to what you drink. For example, you can replace sugar-sweetened drinks with these heart-healthy teas.

An Underrated Fruit Beverage Could Help Prevent Cancer, Lower Blood Pressure And Boost Immunity

staff@healthdigest.com (Jeremy Brown) — Sat, 27 Sep 2025 16:30:00 +0000

This fruit beverage may not be a popular morning staple like orange juice. But, it has a number of health benefits for cancer, blood pressure, and immunity.

The Medical Condition That Could Increase Donald Trump's Chance Of Having A Heart Attack

staff@healthdigest.com (Beth Bradford) — Sun, 21 Sep 2025 13:30:00 +0000

Photos of Donald Trump's swollen ankles have raised questions about his cardiovascular health. Here's how chronic venous insufficiency can impact the heart.

The American Heart Association's New High Blood Pressure Guidelines, Explained

staff@healthdigest.com (Beth Bradford) — Fri, 05 Sep 2025 12:30:00 +0000

High blood pressure affects nearly half of people in the U.S. If you have it, here's what to know about the American Heart Association's new guidelines.

Drink More Watermelon Juice And You Might See A Change In Your Blood Pressure

staff@healthdigest.com (Angelique H. Caffrey) — Fri, 15 Aug 2025 18:24:27 +0000

As if you needed another excuse for downing some watermelon juice, it turns out that the naturally sweet beverage may help your blood pressure.

The One Major Difference Between Cholesterol Levels In Men And Women

staff@healthdigest.com (Nancy Schimelpfening) — Mon, 07 Jul 2025 15:30:00 +0000

When women and men are compared, there is one very surprising difference when it comes to their cholesterol levels. Here's how it affects heart health.

Can Vitamin B Help Lower High Cholesterol? What To Know

staff@healthdigest.com (Angelique H. Caffrey) — Tue, 01 Jul 2025 13:30:00 +0000

Some swear by taking vitamin B (niacin) supplements for managing or lowering high cholesterol levels. But what does recent research say about this practice?

The Popular Tropic Fruit That Can Lower Your Blood Glucose, Improve Sleep, And Prevent Heart Disease

staff@healthdigest.com (Angelique H. Caffrey) — Sat, 05 Jul 2025 17:30:00 +0000

There's no shortage of functional foods to discover, and one that checks a lot of boxes, including blood glucose, sleep, and heart health, is this fruit.

The Plant-Based Milk That Could Raise Your Cholesterol

staff@healthdigest.com (Nancy Schimelpfening) — Mon, 30 Jun 2025 13:30:00 +0000

This rich, creamy plant-based milk has a multitude of nutritional benefits. However, it could also raise your cholesterol if you're not careful.

10 Risky Cholesterol Mistakes To Avoid If You're Over 50

staff@healthdigest.com (Ariane Lang) — Sun, 29 Jun 2025 13:15:00 +0000

When you're above 50 years of age, there are certain things you must avoid doing for your health. Some of these practices can have effects on your cholesterol.

An Underrated 'Noodle' You've Never Heard Of Can Lower Cholesterol And Blood Sugar At The Same Time

staff@healthdigest.com (Angelique H. Caffrey) — Sat, 28 Jun 2025 15:30:00 +0000

Out of all the different kinds of noodles, one stands out due to its unique composition and its ability to help manage blood sugar and cholesterol levels

This Inherited Condition Causes High 'Bad' Cholesterol From Birth

staff@healthdigest.com (Beth Bradford) — Sat, 21 Jun 2025 17:30:00 +0000

Having high cholesterol can be attributed to a variety of health- and lifestyle-related reasons. But there's a genetic condition that can cause this, too.

How Often You Should Get Tested For High Cholesterol

staff@healthdigest.com (Angelique H. Caffrey) — Tue, 17 Jun 2025 13:30:00 +0000

Having high cholesterol levels will put you at increased risk of various diseases. It's wise to get tested for high cholesterol following a consistent schedule.

A Creamy Italian Cheese With Low Sodium Is One Of The Best To Eat If You Have High Blood Pressure

staff@healthdigest.com (Amanda Chatel) — Wed, 04 Jun 2025 12:30:00 +0000

While cheese, in general, may not be the first thing that comes to mind when thinking about high blood pressure management, this cheese is a good choice.

A Popular Legume That Can Help Lower Cholesterol Has More Protein Than An Egg

staff@healthdigest.com (Beth Bradford) — Tue, 03 Jun 2025 13:30:00 +0000

Legumes are a delicious and versatile option that can easily take center stage in your meals. Choosing this protein-rich legume can help lower your cholesterol.

Your Cholesterol Could Go Up If This Happens To Your Testosterone

staff@healthdigest.com (Angelique H. Caffrey) — Mon, 02 Jun 2025 19:30:00 +0000

If you're a man and you're worried about having high cholesterol levels, you might want to start paying more attention to your testosterone levels as well.