Over the past few years, experts have been sounding the alarm^[1] over how much time Americans spend alone.

Statistics show that we’re choosing to be solitary for more of our waking hours than ever before^[2], tucked away at home^[3] rather than mingling in public. Increasing numbers of us are dining alone^[4] and traveling solo^[5], and rates of living alone^[6] have nearly doubled in the past 50 years.

These trends coincided...

Menopause can have profound effects on heart health, yet many people are unaware of this important connection.

The hormonal shifts occurring during menopause mark the end of a woman’s reproductive years and contribute to an increased risk of cardiovascular disease, the most common cause of death among women globally^[1]. As estrogen levels drop, changes in cholesterol, blood pressure, inflammation and fat distribution can lead...