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- 2 bars of chocolate a day keeps heart attack away - by Submitted on Jul 01, 2015 from Victor MarchioneSome like it nutty, others prefer caramel but one thing is undeniable, no matter what additions are put in your chocolate it’s bound to satisfy you. Chocolate is guilty pleasure which some of us simply can’t say no to. Whether it’s the smell that gets you or its creaminess, chocolate offers a ...
Views: 900 - Spot a Stroke Fast, Stroke Warning Signs and Prevention Tips - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2015 from Victor MarchioneStroke can be treated if detection and treatment happen quickly. But would you know if you or a loved one was having one? Research shows that close to 800,000 Americans have a stroke every year. About 140,000 die from them. It’s estimated that one out of every 20 deaths in the United States ...
Views: 965 - Effects of Alcohol on the Elderly, Drinking and Heart Disease - by Submitted on Jun 22, 2015 from Victor MarchioneMost of us like a drink (or two) every now and then. And, let’s face it, everywhere we go alcohol and alcohol consumption are part and parcel of our culture. The risks of alcohol consumption and, more specifically, over-consumption have been documented in many medical studies. And the tragic ...
Views: 931 - Cholesterol - The Real Story - by Submitted on Jun 18, 2015 from Conrad MaulfairContrary to popular belief cholesterol is not fat. Cholesterol is a waxy substance that is produced by the liver and also ingested through foods we eat. It often has fatty acids contained in it and therefore it is considered to be fat, but it is not fat in and of itself. Up to 80% of ...
Views: 1416 - Can mouthwash give you a heart attack? - by Submitted on Jun 08, 2015 from Victor MarchioneWake up, roll out of bed and head to the bathroom. Brush your teeth, floss and finish with some mouthwash. Stop right there! That last part in that sequence could be increasing your risk of heart attack, according to research. But before we uncover possible harmful effects of mouthwash, let’s ...
Views: 959 - What are the Benefits of Being Vegetarian ? - by Submitted on May 05, 2015 from Dr. Vikram ChauhanDefine a Vegetarian In simple words, vegetarians are people who decide to constrain from the consumption of meat products, poultry products, sea food and sometimes even dairy products, for reasons pertaining to religion, health and circumstances. These are people, who depend on grains, ...
Views: 1368(1 vote) - Top 10 natural supplements for heart health - by Submitted on Apr 08, 2015 from Victor MarchioneGive your heart health some attention! The heart is like your engine room, pumping nutrient-and-oxygen-rich blood throughout the body and beating 100,000 times a day. That’s almost 40 million times a year. So if you don’t treat your heart right, with daily activity, good food and exercise – and ...
Views: 1480 - New Research Reveals How Women Can Save Themselves From A Heart Attack - by Submitted on Apr 07, 2015 from Michael RosenbaumWomen's risk for heart attacks continues to be high. And the heart attack is just the beginning . . . According to new data presented at the American College of Cardiology, women tend to die more often at the hospital following a heart attack.[1] And the American Heart Association reports ...
Views: 1216 - Top 10 natural supplements for heart health - by Submitted on Mar 04, 2015 from Victor MarchioneGive your heart health some attention! The heart is like your engine room, pumping nutrient-and-oxygen-rich blood throughout the body and beating 100,000 times a day. That’s almost 40 million times a year. So if you don’t treat your heart right, with daily activity, good food and exercise – and ...
Views: 800 - Lifestyle Changes for a Happy Healthy Heart - by Submitted on Feb 23, 2015 from Bonnie GillerEvery February the American Heart Association runs its American Heart Month campaign to raise awareness of heart disease, the leading cause of death in the United States. Cardiovascular disease describes a range of conditions affecting your heart, including coronary artery disease, hypertension ...
Views: 1193(1 vote) - Do You Know The Truth About B Vitamins And Heart Disease? - by Submitted on Feb 10, 2015 from Michael RosenbaumYou can't fix a broken heart - even with the best medicine. It just won't get it back to pumping like a healthy one. While you can help rebuild a traumatized heart to some extent with exercise and good nutrition, the key to heart health is prevention. And when it comes to B vitamins, ...
Views: 1276 - Eat whole grains every day to reduce your risk of heart disease and stroke - by Submitted on Feb 03, 2015 from Victor MarchioneWhen it comes to your heart health and reducing your risk of getting cardiovascular disease (CVD), it may be as easy as what you eat. In fact, new research suggests by incorporating whole grains into your diet, you’re highly benefiting your heart. According to research by the Harvard School ...
Views: 782 - Eating Avocado fruit daily is beneficial for your cholesterol - by Submitted on Jan 28, 2015 from Victor MarchioneHave you been avoiding avocados because they’re high in fat? New research shows that you may be missing out on the fruit’s benefits to your cardiovascular health and cholesterol numbers. In fact, eating an avocado a day, as part of a diet with moderate fat intake, could help lower cholesterol ...
Views: 816 - Reduce your risk of stroke, Depression and heart disease by regular walking - by Submitted on Jan 27, 2015 from Victor MarchioneWhen I’m feeling a little low or under the weather, there’s one thing I know will be a sure pick-me-up – besides chocolate – a walk and cafe latte date with my girlfriend, Becky. What I love about Becky is that she’s like me, only taller, with better skin. She likes to be active and on the ...
Views: 810 - 5 Nagging Exercise Pains You'll Want to Get Checked Out - by Submitted on Jan 05, 2015 from Anica OaksEveryone needs to exercise frequently. It keeps our energy up and weight down, helps us sleep, and improves our moods. However, sometimes exercise can cause pain beyond normal soreness. Here are a few sources of exercise pain you should have your doctor examine should they ...
Views: 1655 - How to avoid holiday health hazards including heart and stress issues - by Submitted on Dec 16, 2014 from Michael RosenbaumEvery year millions of people around the world celebrate during the holiday season. But too often, many people experience adverse health problems that taint the joy of the season. Why? Because of stress, lack of energy, poor eating or overeating, and more. Recent studies show that heart ...
Views: 1259 - Heart Treatment - by Submitted on Dec 01, 2014 from Virgil PaunHeart disease is the number one killer in America today. Every 33 seconds someone in the US dies from heart related problems. New studies show that heart attacks kill six times more women than breast cancer. It is a deadly disease that has struck people worldwide, including well known athletes. ...
Views: 1382 - Why Heart Cancers Are Quite Rare? - by Submitted on Nov 26, 2014 from Eijasr TauHave you ever thought why there is cancer related to blood, brain, bones, lungs and various other body parts besides the heart? Most of us have never heard about heart cancer or tumors and most of us simply assume that it maybe because the heart is the symbol of emotion and maybe it is something ...
Views: 1328 - Revealed: How Stress Relief Can Transform Your Health - by Submitted on Sep 16, 2014 from Michael RosenbaumHow often do you feel on the edge? Frustrated . . . anxious . . . tense . . . angry . . . Whether it’s from arguing with your teenager or getting stuck in traffic, stress is an inevitable part of life. With so much on our schedules and so little time to get things done, we feel stretched to ...
Views: 1262 - An eggagerated problem? - by Submitted on Aug 28, 2014 from Kenny McDowellHaving brought my cholesterol levels down from what where considered dangerous to normal with diet and exercise, I had been avoiding eating whole eggs and restricting myself to powdered egg whites. I decided to look in to their benefits in more detail including the value of including whole ...
Views: 1241 - A Proven Alternative to Coronary Stents and Bypass Surgery - by Submitted on Jul 25, 2014 from Sonny JuliusIn my constant research of natural and alternative medical procedure I just now uncovered some information I was not familiar about before. It’s a proven alternative to coronary stents and bypass surgery. It’s called enhanced external counterpulsation (EECP). The safe non-invasive procedure ...
Views: 4147 - If You Want To Improve Your Heart – Focus On Your Lungs - by Submitted on May 21, 2014 from Al SearsVery few doctors recognize that your lungs are the key to your health and living longer. Oxygen is the cure for nearly every major disease. Maintaining and growing your lungpower is the key to your heart health, your brain function, and every other system in your body. Breath is life. How ...
Views: 1341(1 vote) - Surprising New Heart Healthy Diet Recommendations - by Submitted on Mar 04, 2014 from Michael RosenbaumThe beautiful – and vexing - thing about science and medicine, is that we’re always making new discoveries. And with each new discovery, our understanding of health changes. For years we’ve been told to ditch saturated fats and replace them with healthy vegetable oils. It spawned a big shift ...
Views: 1208 - Go Red for Good Health - by Submitted on Feb 16, 2014 from Michelle StewartThe month is about love and there is no better way to say I love you than to share heart healthy insight with friends, family and loved ones. For so many years when the topic was heart health most of the info was based on what the medical profession knew about men and their heart health. ...
Views: 1305 - Women And Heart Disease: The Untold Story - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2014 from Michael RosenbaumI have to admit, sometimes I’m a little worried when I see all the publicity and awareness about breast cancer. Certainly I consider breast cancer a significant threat. As an integrative doctor, specializing in women’s health, I’ve seen enough patients battling this disease to know this ...
Views: 1394(1 vote) - Genetics: The Unique Blueprint for Heart Health - by Submitted on Jan 14, 2014 from Lorraine MaitaDo you often slack off on the healthy habits you commit to? It’s easy to say that you are doing better than someone else or you are not doing so badly. What if you had a more definitive answer to what your risks are? Medicine has evolved a great deal. Risk was measured by your personal and ...
Views: 1453 - The 7 Steps for Lowering High Blood Pressure - by Submitted on Nov 15, 2013 from Paul PhillipsHigh blood pressure (hypertension) is the leading cause of heart attacks and strokes. For example, currently, over forty-three million Americans suffer from this condition. It has also been said that something like ninety per cent of Americans who haven't got high blood pressure soon will unless ...
Views: 1036 - Can High Blood Pressure Be Lowered Without Drugs? - by Submitted on Nov 15, 2013 from Paul PhillipsOrthodox medical Doctors make 4 mistakes when it comes to treating patients with high blood pressure. For that matter, whether it's a cardiovascular problem like high blood pressure or any disease related illness, these 4 mistakes always persist. The 4 Mistakes That Orthodox Medical Doctors ...
Views: 1064 - Managing Atrial Fibrillation with Alternative Medicine - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2018 from Dr. William PawlukI am frequently asked what I can do to help people with atrial fibrillation (AF or A-fib). Many of these patients are on lifetime anti-coagulants, or other cardiac medications or are being recommended surgery or an invasive cardiac procedure, typically ablation. More recent research sheds ...
Views: 11225(1 vote) - Heart Disease Risk Increases at Age 40 and on Menopausal Women - by Submitted on Oct 03, 2013 from Junji TakanoSudden feelings of chest pain or tightness are usually signs of heart disease. But not all heart problems are apparent. In fact, latest studies show that there is a mysterious heart disease that usually affects people aged 40, which is regarded as the peak age of onset. It's mysterious because ...
Views: 1752(1 vote) - Nutrients That Lower Blood Pressure - by Submitted on Sep 14, 2013 from Noel LeeHigh blood pressure is a serious illness. It may cause various complications like heart attack, stroke, kidney failure, loss of vision or even death. As a matter of fact, there are nearly 50,000 Americans are being killed each year due to hypertension. This is because there are no identifiable ...
Views: 1351 - The "That Will Never Happen To Me" File: A Story From The Heart About A Heart - by Submitted on Sep 12, 2013 from Kat CooleyI have been sitting here contemplating how to write this article and researching all the sites that talk about Heart Attacks and the different types. When it finally dawned on me that I don’t need that information to tell you what I have to say. Most of you have heard it anyway, and just like ...
Views: 1064 - Basic Information of stem cell - by Submitted on Jul 20, 2013 from vikas guptaStem cells are a class of undifferentiated cells that are able to differentiate into specialized cell types. Stem cells are biological cells found in all multicellular organisms that can divide and differentiate into diverse specialized cell types and can self-renew to produce more stem cells. ...
Views: 1474 - Stroke an epidemic and various symptoms and treatment - by Submitted on Jul 11, 2013 from camili smithA stroke is a condition in which the brain cells suddenly die because of a lack of oxygen. This can be caused by the rupture of an artery that feeds the brain in the blood flow. The patient may lose the ability to speak suddenly, one side of the body can become paralyzed or there may be memory ...
Views: 1378 - Possible treatments for the prostate cancer - by Submitted on Jul 02, 2013 from Jackman SmithEvery year, around one lakh of people around the world are diagnosed with prostate cancer disease, this indicates that this is the most common cancer that occurs in men in the world. When cells in the prostate gland grow abnormally and irregularly, then this leads to cancer disease. The severity ...
Views: 1199 - Heartburn Causes and Treatment - by Submitted on Jun 29, 2013 from Galena CarrsonHeartburn especially cause when last and extended time. there are many effective medicine for these and its also known as antiacidity. It very irritating moment if you dont have any idea about the how to cure these there are many remedies availables. There are many causes of it and treatment of ...
Views: 1399 - Pinguecula and Pterygium- They are Different - by Submitted on Nov 12, 2013 from Weldons DeanPinguecula and Pterygium are two different disorders but they are so similar that often people mistake them for each other. Let’s discuss both of them separately to understand both of them deeply. • Pinguecula- It is a thick lesion on the surface of the sclera of the eye in proximity to the ...
Views: 1733 - Have a Stress Free Day with Crutches - Get Grip Pads and Underarm Pads - by Submitted on Jun 13, 2013 from Tracy WrightKnee or leg related injuries and accidents followed by crutches are always an unpleasant experience. Due to some unfortunate reasons, usage of crutches comes into the picture. However, you need to ensure that you use the crutch religiously for better recovery and carry out the daily routine. ...
Views: 1157 - Treating prostate cancer with effective methods - by Submitted on Jun 12, 2013 from Jackman SmithProstate cancer is the most common type of cancer after the non-melanoma skin cancer. This cancer is the second largest causes of death among men in Australia and United States of America. This life-threatening ailment occurs in the prostate gland of a man when cells start to divide irregularly ...
Views: 1219 - Symptoms Of Heart Disease - by Submitted on Jun 07, 2013 from Halbert TajoThe heart is one of the most important and most complex organs in the body. It is effectively a complex pump that is responsible for ensuring that blood pumps around the body and to the most important organs. With such an important role to play and being such a complex organ it means that the ...
Views: 1295 - Hurry, don't rush! - by Submitted on May 24, 2013 from wendy dolberI have decided to never rush again. I spent years rushing, forever working on a deadline, cramming in hours of preparation for a meeting, a business trip, a project, you name it. Now that I have left that life and have my own business, setting my own schedule, guess what? I still rush on ...
Views: 2626(1 vote) - Extreme cold can summate cardiovascular disorders - by Submitted on May 15, 2013 from camili smithAccording to the recent study it was predicted that those individuals who dwell in the paces which are known for its extremely cold climatic conditions are susceptible the risks of heart attacks & its other associated ailments. The sudden fall in the temperatures, this leads for the weather to ...
Views: 1400 - How I Lowered My Cholesterol 44 Points Without Medication - by Submitted on May 09, 2013 from Jeff Castman6 months ago I opened the letter from my clinic and saw the results of my blood test. My cholesterol was 243. That’s high. Medication is often recommended for a cholesterol level above 240. So now I knew I had to do something. I had just been in for a routine physical exam. I knew my ...
Views: 1296 - How To Give Up Drinking Alcohol On Your Own - by Submitted on May 03, 2013 from Frank BellAlcohol addiction, also known as alcoholism, can cause many problems in your life and hurt your quality of life if you don't cure yourself of your addiction. Drinking too much alcoholic drinks does not benefit you in any way and only leads to relationship problems, family problems, work problems ...
Views: 1387(1 vote) - Blood Pressure Medication Brought Into Question - by Submitted on May 15, 2013 from Richard ClarkeHealth markers such as high cholesterol, being overweight, having diabetes, smoking, being stressed out, being inactive or having high blood pressure(BP) are all signs (indicators) that you’re at risk of developing problems with your heart and brain later on in life. It seems obvious, but the ...
Views: 1668 - Women and Men Heart Suffers Differently - by Submitted on Apr 10, 2013 from Vaibhav AggarwalThe hearts of women and men differ mainly in size, when the pumps are about the size of your heartbeat. Also, the heart muscle of oxygen and nourishment carrying coronary diameter is dependent on gender: female veins are narrower than a man's. Heart are the men and women a little different. ...
Views: 1707 - blood pressure and its affecting parameter - by Submitted on Mar 26, 2013 from devendra rathoreBlood pressure is one in all the important signs, that is measured to make sure traditional functioning of the guts and blood vessels. Abbreviated as BP, it's outlined because the pressure or force exerted by current blood against the walls of blood vessels. whereas reading force per unit area ...
Views: 1415(1 vote) - Tips of Cardiologist to Make Heart Healthy - by Submitted on Mar 22, 2013 from Vaibhav AggarwalIn these times of crisis, health takes a hit. We are more sensitive to stress, eat less and spend less time in the gym, according to one cardiologists university. These emit ten tips for adults to preserve his heart. "We found that more patients complain of heart palpitations, anxiety or ...
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