Ancients 'had heart disease too'

Large thighs 'may protect heart'
The larger a person's thighs, the lower their risk of developing heart disease, a Danish study of 3,000 people suggests.

Low-carb diets 'damage arteries'
Low-carb sliming diets may clog arteries, increasing the risk of heart attacks and strokes, a study suggests.

Optimistic women live for longer
Women who are optimistic have a lower risk of heart disease and death, according to a major American study.

Lower IQ 'a heart disease risk'
Having a lower than average IQ is in itself a risk factor for heart disease, say researchers.

Slow blood flow 'hampers statins'
Slow blood flow in areas of the body's arteries may reduce the protective effect of statins, research suggests.