Heart Health Resources
There are many questions about which hormones are beneficial to the heart, and which hormones may increase the risk of heart attack or stroke. These heart health resources below include articles that outline these concerns by investigating specific studies, reviewing books on the topic, and comparing the opinions of various practitioners and researchers about how best to use hormones to optimize heart health.
HEART
Although women tend to perceive cancer as their biggest health threat, heart disease is the leading cause of death for women across most races in the US.
AGING IS CHOLESTEROL STARVATION
Cholesterol in general—and LDL in particular—has gained a negative reputation due to its association with heart disease and stroke.
CHOLESTEROL
For many people, lowering cholesterol may not be the most important factor in reducing heart disease risk. So what do we really know about cholesterol?
HOMOCYSTEINE, HORMONES, AND HEART DISEASE
High homocysteine levels have been associated with an increased risk for heart disease and other chronic medical conditions.
HOW DO HORMONES AFFECT THE HEART?
Much like the poor, maligned egg in the cardio-healthy diet, hormones have fallen in and out of favor with regard to their effect on heart health over the years.
HOT FLASHES AND HEART DISEASE
Women with hot flashes and night sweats, as compared to women without these symptoms, may have unfavorable risks for heart and blood vessel disease.
