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A diagonal earlobe crease, known as Frank’s sign, has been linked to an increased risk of heart attack and stroke. Studies suggest a correlation between this crease and vascular issues, with a 2017 study finding a high prevalence of Frank’s sign among stroke patients. The human body is quite intricate. It often gives signs before any changes or illnesses occur. …

While cholesterol levels are commonly used to assess heart disease risk, research shows that another blood marker—high-sensitivity C-reactive protein (hs-CRP)—may offer even more powerful insight, particularly when it comes to predicting heart attacks caused by silent inflammation. Heart attack risk and why the hs-CRP test helps predict it early C-reactive protein (CRP) is a substance produced by the liver in …

Cardiovascular disease continues to be the leading cause of death globally. Amid ongoing search for answers, a trace mineral often tucked away in nutritional discussions—selenium—has emerged with promising links to heart health.But this isn’t just another trendy nutrient getting the spotlight. This time, the connection comes from a large-scale study using NHANES data (2003–2018), involving over 39,000 participants. The findings …

You must have come across a popular adage that conveys that excess of everything causes problems. The same stands true for important supplements as well. While we consume them without a proper certified prescription, assuming that one pill of calcium or vitamin D won’t do any harm to the body, the reality is it can have a much more dangerous …