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Energy Drinks on the Heart

Energy drinks may provide a bit too much of a boost to the heart, German researchers report.
December 4, 2013
Healthy people who drank energy drinks high in caffeine and taurine experienced significantly increased heart contraction rates an hour later.
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Drawbacks to Skipping Breakfast

Skipping breakfast can increase the risk of a heart attack or fatal coronary heart disease by as much as 27%.
July 23, 2013
While the benefits of having a regular breakfast for daily energy levels and weight control are well known, researchers at Harvard University found that it was also crucial for good heart health.
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Benefits of Eggs, Even for Those at CVD Risk

Several studies have looked specifically at the role of whole egg consumption in high-risk groups, including those with metabolic syndrome and heart disease.
June 17, 2013
Research from Yale University explored the impact of daily whole egg consumption in men and women with coronary heart disease.
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Salt

Sodium Levels Little Changed

Sodium levels have not dropped much in packaged and restaurant foods over the last few years, despite industry-wide attempts to reduce salts, according to new research.
May 15, 2013
Researchers looked at mean sodium levels for identical food products that were collected in 2005, 2008 and 2011.
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Caution with Calcium

May 24, 2012
Calcium supplements should be taken ''with caution," Swiss researchers warn, as they may raise the risk of heart attack.
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