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- Inflammation-What it Means, How it's Caused and How to Prevent it - by Submitted on Nov 21, 2011 from Mark RosenbergSome of my patients have been asking me recently, about a new medical condition, inflammation, that’s being investigated as the underlying cause of fatigue and most diseases including, cancer and heart disease. As I tell my patients, the truth is, inflammation is not something new, though our ...
Views: 975 - Innovative Played By Skin Care Doctors - by Submitted on Jan 18, 2013 from Sophie MarcasIt is a well known fact that skin forms the largest organ of the body and it needs utmost care and maintenance. As skin is a visible treatment for the skin is very simple and it is one of the most popular medical trends of the present day. Skin treatment is one largest in the medical practice. ...
Views: 1256 - Insuffisance cardiaque and Heart Murmur - by Submitted on Sep 12, 2011 from Lisa BrunHeart problems may occur any time and may affect people of all age groups. Some heart problems are inherited while others are developed. Coronary heart disease refers to the failure of blood to reach the heart and surrounding tissue. Cardiomyopathy is the heart muscle disease. It refers to the ...
Views: 975 - Invasive procedures don’t prevent heart attack - by Submitted on Jul 11, 2018 from kamini mahajanInvasive procedures don’t prevent heart attack Angioplasty and bypass like any surgical intervention have possible side effects as a consequence, neither prevents a future heart attack, they only eliminate anginal symptoms. These procedures only treat the angiogram and not the vast majority ...
Views: 668 - Is Cholesterol Really The Root Cause Of Heart Disease? - by Submitted on Apr 26, 2012 from Brittany TrillardMany researchers are now questioning the premise cholesterol is primarily responsible for heart disease. It is known fact cholesterol and saturated fats are required to sustain optimum health levels and a well-functioning immune system. Our Canadian pharmacy agrees buildup of low-density ...
Views: 862 - Is Cholesterol the Number One Killer in the United States? - by Submitted on Jan 11, 2012 from Crystal M ShoresWhen you hear the word cholesterol what comes to mind? For many, high cholesterol and heart disease are first. For decades the media has claimed that to decrease your risk for heart disease you must eat a low fat diet with less than 300 mg of cholesterol a day. In 2004 the National ...
Views: 982 - Is Cod Healthy? The Health Benefits and Side Effects - by Submitted on Sep 06, 2017 from Victor MarchioneCod is a mild-flavored fish with a flaky white flesh and is available throughout the year. Its mild flavor has made it a favorite among the other fish in American cuisine. Cod is the name of the Gadus genus of fish that feed on or near the bottom of seas or lakes. The most common species of cod ...
Views: 921 - Is erectile dysfunction a parent to heart disorder? - by Submitted on Feb 12, 2021 from Jack PatelThe erectile dysfunction is defined as the inability of a man to achieve and keep an erection firm enough during the intercourse. This sexual disorder may serve as a warning sign for current or future health problems. There has been consistent evidence in this regard that impotence might serve ...
Views: 710 - Is Functional Cardiology the Future of Heart Health Care? - by Submitted on Jul 28, 2024 from Juan BendanaForget everything you thought you knew about cardiology. This isn't about simply popping pills and hoping cholesterol levels behave. Health enthusiasts! Today we're diving into the world of functional cardiology. Buckle up, because this isn't your typical "eat less salt" lecture. It's more ...
Views: 191 - Is it heart disease or costochondritis? - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2015 from Victor MarchioneChest pain is always taken seriously as it can be a strong indicator that something is wrong with your heart. You may notice when you go in for a check-up the doctor will usually ask if your symptoms include chest pain as they try to rule out heart issues. But sometimes chest pains don’t ...
Views: 848 - Is Mouthwash Bad for Your Long-Term Health? - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2021 from Stephen RobertMany of us love that minty taste from taking a swig of our favorite mouthwash. But oral rinses are doing more than just giving you fresher breath; it is also teeming with health benefits. For one, it prevents the buildup of different bacteria between the corners of the teeth. Read the label of ...
Views: 686 - Is TAVR Surgery Better than Open Heart Surgery ? - by Submitted on Nov 28, 2018 from Rahul TyagiClinical cardiovascular problems are to be dealt with extreme care and experienced professional experts because of the importance of collaborating with the other body functions is the prerequisite for a healthy living and keeping up of general well-being. There can be various medical conditions ...
Views: 1417 - Jobs with Higher Risk of Asbestos Exposure - by Submitted on Jun 19, 2012 from Vicki SutherlandThe use of asbestos in manufacturing and construction became regulated in the 1970s. However, asbestos continues to threaten modern workers’ lives. Fortunately, there are many qualified mesothelioma attorneys available to help protect your rights. Basically, the types of workers who are still ...
Views: 1354 - Key Differences Between Heart Attack, Cardiac Arrest, and Stroke - by Submitted on Dec 13, 2019 from Alex NickHeart attack, cardiac arrest, and stroke are all cardiovascular conditions that have the potential to be fatal within minutes. Yet despite the three conditions being spoken of interchangeably, each one is distinct in its own right. Cardiovascular diseases and their related events affect millions ...
Views: 649 - Key differences between heart attacks in men and women - by Submitted on Feb 09, 2016 from Victor MarchioneExperts stress, there are key differences between heart attacks in men and women, from causes to symptoms, and they can also be more fatal in women. The American Heart Association hopes to raise awareness of these differences to make women aware of heart attack indicators along with different ...
Views: 855 - Killer Red Meats - by Submitted on Mar 13, 2012 from Cory CouillardA two decade Harvard study published in the Archives of Internal Medicine involving 121,342 men and women strongly suggests that red meat consumption will increase the risk of developing cancer and heart disease. There were 23,926 total deaths in the group with 5,910 from cardiovascular disease ...
Views: 1310 - Knee Replacement Surgery in Chennai - by Submitted on Mar 26, 2022 from Bharath orthopaedicsKnee replacements are also known as knee arthroplasty. They are surgeries that are usually performed when the person suffers from a particular medical condition called arthritis, or it can also be due to reasons like cartilage defects, ligament tear, and major fractures in the area that call for ...
Views: 473 - Know all about primary aldosteronism - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2015 from Victor MarchioneThere are many factors that can contribute to high blood pressure such as being overweight, diet and lack of physical activity. But there is another condition that can also lead to high blood pressure, it’s called primary aldosteronism. Primary aldosteronism is a hormone disorder that can ...
Views: 818 - Know everything about the golfer’s elbow, the common medical condition in Melbourne: Part I - by Submitted on Dec 18, 2015 from Robin joGolfer's elbow or the medial epicondylitis is a severe medical condition resulting in aching and inflammation of the elbow joint. It is caused by the sudden or repeated twisting of the muscles in the forearm. The people of Melbourne experience it, quite often. If you are feeling extreme pain ...
Views: 750 - Know the Symptoms of Arrhythmia - by Submitted on Jun 22, 2018 from Richard JohnsonPerhaps each of us has ever felt palpitations in chest or racing heartbeat. Any of these sensations may signal about arrhythmia. What else may signal about this state and is it hazardous? Let's find out! What should be known about arrhythmia? Another name for arrhythmia is dysrhythmia. It is ...
Views: 755 - Know Your Target Heart Rate for Exercise, Lose Weight and Stay Healthy - by Submitted on Feb 15, 2020 from Muhammad ZubairWhat should your heart rate be when you train and how can you follow up? Our simple heart rate fitness training will help you stay in the target zone, whether you want to lose weight or simply maximize training or to become a heart rate performance specialist. Find out what resting heart rates ...
Views: 689 - Krishna Cardiac Care Centre Mumabai - EECP Treatment - by Submitted on Jan 13, 2011 from lary smithHectic Hearts creates a panic over the life of stress filled people in India. The major cause of deaths in both men and women in India is due to cardiovascular disease resulting out of some risk factors like smoking, high blood pressure, diabetes, irregular eating habits, high cholesterol and ...
Views: 684 - Leaky heart valve: Symptoms, causes, and treatments - by Submitted on Nov 30, 2017 from Victor MarchioneA leaky heart valve is a medical condition that can vary in severity depending on how much it disrupts normal blood flow. The heart contains four valves – the tricuspid, the pulmonic, the mitral and the aortic – that let blood flow in a single direction as it enters each chamber of the heart. ...
Views: 1012 - Learn About The Main Uses Of The Fingertip Pulse Oximeter - by Submitted on Jan 03, 2019 from Jessica RoggersPulse oximeter or oxygen saturation monitor is a medical device which is used by doctors to check the oxygen level in the blood. The device is so efficient that it can detect even the small amount of change in your blood oxygen level. Oxygen is an important element in your body. Oxygen is ...
Views: 525 - Left atrial enlargement: Causes, symptoms, and treatment - by Submitted on Dec 14, 2017 from Victor MarchioneLeft atrial enlargement refers the enlargement of the left atrium and can be the result of many conditions, either congenital or acquired. The left atrium is situated in a way where it receives oxygenated blood sent from the lungs to be pumped into the left ventricle, passing the mitral valve, ...
Views: 1440 - Lifestyle Changes After a Heart Attack - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2017 from Richard JohnsonMyocardial infarction (heart attack) is a serious and most severe form of coronary artery disease characterized by the damage to a part of the heart muscle caused by decreased or stopped blood flow to this area which is provoked by the occlusion of the coronary artery supplying it with blood. ...
Views: 866 - Live a Heart Healthy Life for Longevity and Good Health - by Submitted on Apr 06, 2011 from Isaac EliazAccording to the CDC, a coronary event occurs in the United States every 25 seconds. This sobering statistic is indicative of the unhealthy state of American hearts, both for men and women. Becoming aware of what you can do to maintain and promote a healthy cardiovascular system is the first ...
Views: 966 - Living the Best Life Possible with Heart Disease - by Submitted on Feb 17, 2017 from Julie DohertyHeart Disease is fast becoming the Most Common Disease for this century. It is scary, emotional and can be debilitating if you don't know how to best support your heart in becoming as healthy and strong as possible. In this article I am going to share with you from both personal and ...
Views: 1108 - Love you heart - feed it magnesium - by Submitted on Jul 25, 2011 from Shiloh VermaakMagnesium has been called ‘The Ultimate heart medicine’ because of the crucial role it plays in lowering blood pressure, fighting inflammation, preventing atherosclerosis (narrowing of the arteries), improving blood flow and correcting arrhythmias (abnormal heart rhythms). In fact, researchers ...
Views: 1780 - Low Levels Of This Can Lead To Heart Failure! - by Submitted on Oct 27, 2017 from Taryn DeCiccoThis article was originally posted at http://www.apple-a-day-clinic.com/Health_and_Nutrition_Blog?m8:post=low-levels-of-this-can-lead-to-heart-failure Essential groups of bacteria are found less frequently and appear to be less diverse in the gut of patients with heart failure. The gut flora ...
Views: 1149 - Low Platelet Count / Thrombocytopenia - by Submitted on Nov 16, 2019 from sailaja postLow Platelet Count / Thrombocytopenia: Low Platelet Count is also known as Thrombocytopenia Platelets prevent unwanted bleeding by plugging themselves at the site of injury Low platelet count leads to inefficient blood clotting and therefore bleeding episodes What are the signs & symptoms ...
Views: 609 - Lower Blood Pressure with Quinoa - by Submitted on Mar 18, 2011 from Lisa NelsonMany individuals continue to struggle with high blood pressure. Following a diet high in fiber and low in sodium are two steps you can take to reduce your risk for hypertension, which makes quinoa is a great addition to your heart healthy diet. What is quinoa? Quinoa is not technically ...
Views: 2700 - Lower Blood Pressure, Naturally! - by Submitted on Nov 19, 2018 from Taryn DeCiccoThis article was originally posted at https://www.apple-a-day-clinic.com/Health_and_Nutrition_Blog?m8:post=lower-blood-pressure-naturally High blood pressure and hypertension is an issue that affects millions of people across the country. For those that have high blood pressure, the thought ...
Views: 1090 - Lower Cholesterol Level - What to Avoid and What to Eat - by Submitted on Feb 08, 2009 from Bryan lenIf you want to lower cholesterol level by eating healthy foods; it is quite obvious that you require foods those are low in fats. It can make a bit of common sense and a real way to improve the health. You don't need to quit eating any of your favorite foods, though you might require to lessen ...
Views: 1598 - Lower Salt Intake for A Healthier Life - by Submitted on Dec 03, 2018 from Barbara EdwardsThough salt tastes great in recipes, or sprinkled on top of finished dishes, our bodies don’t always think it’s so great. Too much salt is dangerous to our health and can take a toll on the body, especially the heart. Once switching over to a low-sodium diet, you should notice increased energy ...
Views: 991 - Lower Your Blood Pressure With These Foods! - by Submitted on May 10, 2017 from Taryn DeCiccoThis article was originally posted at http://www.apple-a-day-clinic.com/Health_and_Nutrition_Blog?m8:post=lower-your-blood-pressure-with-these-foods This Just IN! Latest research reveals that a higher intake of dietary potassium can assist in lowering blood pressure. Lower Blood Pressure ...
Views: 1255 - Lowering High Blood Pressure Naturally Is The Safest Method For Healthy Living - by Submitted on Dec 16, 2010 from Sandip VaghelaThese days, many high blood pressure remedies exist to fight this common disease. Many people try using prescription remedies, but lowering blood pressure naturally is the safest method for healthy living. High blood pressure is a serious ailment and can give rise to a number of ...
Views: 720 - Main Heart Failure Symptoms: Recognize Them Sooner - by Submitted on Jun 12, 2012 from Brittany CornersHeart failure is a serious condition, and one that can easily lead to poor health or even death if it is not recognized early and treated properly. If you experience heart failure , receiving quick treatment can greatly increase your chances of making a full recovery. Unfortunately, many ...
Views: 952 - Maintain Healthy Lifestyle by Controlling High Cholesterol - by Submitted on Aug 16, 2012 from Cherilyn Haan"Eat food like a medicine and medicine like food" this is not just a saying but real life incidents that are occurring in everybody’s life. There are lots of people who are worried about their daily food intake and because of the various serious ailments surrounding their life. Now everyone has ...
Views: 1094 - Major Blood Pressure Discovery Offers Immediate Solutions - by Submitted on Oct 25, 2010 from Byron RichardsBritish researchers using state-of-the-art x-ray technology have identified the primary reason blood pressure elevates in the first place. A key regulatory protein that regulates blood pressure, angiotensinogen, is damaged or oxidized by free radicals. This leads to a chain of events that are ...
Views: 1181 - Making Heads or Tails of a Diagnosis of Congestive Heart Failure - by Submitted on Jun 12, 2012 from Brittany Corners“Be still, my heart” is not a welcome expression when it concerns heart condition. A diagnosis of congestive heart failure (CHF) is one that is usually met with a fairly high degree of concern as it can be deadly. CHF generally means that the heart is able to work at much less than full ...
Views: 901 - Manage CKD without dialysis - by Submitted on Dec 23, 2019 from Apollomedics LucknowThe kidney plays a vital role in the human body. Kidney filters the blood of our body and this filtration process removes toxins, waste and excess fluid from the blood. Healthy kidney also produce urine, produce hormones, control blood pressure and keep bones strong. Chronic kidney ...
Views: 556 - Manage Heart and Blood Pressure Related Disorders with Plavix - by Submitted on Feb 23, 2012 from canie cruzHigh Blood Pressure in Brief: Blood pressure values fluctuate at all hours and are likely to change because of activities. Hypertension can harm any individual and people with a personal history of this ailment are more vulnerable. There aren't any exact reasons discovered per se for this ...
Views: 923 - Meat consumption and risk of chronic diseases - by Submitted on Nov 03, 2019 from Brad pYour body is what you eat! Out of various parameters responsible for your fitness, diet obviously plays a major role. It is a well-known fact that diseases like cancer, diabetes, cardiovascular diseases and obesity can be triggered due to wrong dietary patterns along with other guiding factors. ...
Views: 761 - Medical transcription with HIPAA Compliance - by Submitted on Apr 26, 2011 from davis polkMedical transcription with HIPAA Compliance It becomes a need for everyone to maintain privacy as well as secrecy for certain things. Preventing a medical record from others view is not only mandatory but the wish of each and every human being. Now a day’s medical arena is greatly dependent ...
Views: 989 - Medical transcription with HIPAA Compliance - by Submitted on Apr 26, 2011 from davis polkMedical transcription with HIPAA Compliance It becomes a need for everyone to maintain privacy as well as secrecy for certain things. Preventing a medical record from others view is not only mandatory but the wish of each and every human being. Now a day’s medical arena is greatly dependent ...
Views: 614 - Medication Anxiety- Free Engaging Roadmap For Dental Anxiety - by Submitted on Jul 05, 2011 from ankit bhatiaYour son or daughter is an outstanding student. With regards to every day math assignments, he/she usually scores an average grade. So, you may not believe that aid with math homework just isn't truly essential. Nevertheless, when it comes time for the assessment tests and the grades truly ...
Views: 779 - Menopause raises heart disease risk, linked to more fat around heart - by Submitted on Mar 17, 2016 from Victor MarchioneMenopause is found to raise heart disease risk and is linked to more fat around the heart. The findings come from researchers at the University of Pittsburgh Graduate School of Public Health, where they found that menopausal women are at a higher risk for heart disease, compared to their ...
Views: 815 - Mesothelioma Attorney: How Can One Help? - by Submitted on Sep 22, 2011 from Vicki SutherlandMany of the patients afflicted with mesothelioma are victims of asbestos exposure at work. They may have worked in an environment where they inhaled harmful asbestos fibers. Thus, many feel that responsibility for the workers’ illnesses should be placed with asbestos manufacturers whose ...
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