why heart experts pay close attention: NSAIDs work by blocking certain enzymes in the body, and that process can affect fluid balance and blood pressure in ways that matter more as we age.
Why Heart
Changes After 60
Your heart and blood vessels naturally become a bit stiffer over time. The kidneys may not filter fluids quite as efficiently either. When NSAIDs enter the picture, they can cause the body to hold onto salt and water. This extra fluid puts more pressure on the heart. Research, including a well-known study
