Looking Old Could Indicate Poor Heart Health

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By Molly Grady

Story Created: Nov 7, 2012 at 1:06 PM CDT

Story Updated: Nov 7, 2012 at 1:06 PM CDT

Looking old for your age could mean you're at risk for heart disease.

A new study presented at an American Heart Association conference finds people with receding hairlines, baldness, creases near the ear lobes or fatty deposits around the eyelids have a higher chance of developing heart disease.

Doctors say those aging signs indicate poor cardiovascular health.

Some good news.. wrinkles and gray hair did not increase heart risk.

 
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