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- Smoking, Nicotine and Addiction - by Submitted on Jan 27, 2011 from Jeffrey RoseLet’s get this out of the way, smoking and nicotine addiction are very bad for one’s health, but you know this. However knowing this and taking it to heart produce different reactions. The use of tobacco and its resulting nicotine addiction is responsible for killing more than 430,000 people ...
Views: 1623(2 votes) - Some Basic Lifestyle Changes That Let One Keep a Check on Hypertension - by Submitted on Jul 25, 2016 from Harshad JethraA large percentage of us are afflicted by hypertension, and it is a condition which calls for attention. Even while one has no symptom of hypertension, if one is ailing from the condition, it can lead to or aggravate secondary disorders, like heart attack and stroke. Some other health conditions ...
Views: 1033(1 vote) - STROKE – IT SHOULD NOT HAPPEN AGAIN - by Submitted on Feb 11, 2011 from Hilda SpektorIf you or a loved one suffered a stroke, we must remember the main thing: a diagnosis is not a sentence. Of course, it takes a lot of effort from a patient and his family to overcome this tragedy. Great importance here is attached to the understanding of what is happening. If a person is well ...
Views: 1657(3 votes) - TAVI-TAVR Procedure in Detail ? - by Submitted on Feb 26, 2019 from Rahul TyagiTranscatheter aortic valve replacement is one of the most popular procedures in cardiology. The procedure involves the use of a narrow, flexible, tube-like equipment known as a catheter. The procedure is used for treating patients suffering from aortic stenosis. Aortic stenosis refers to the ...
Views: 913(1 vote) - The 4 Ingredients that Define a Healthy Cereal - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2010 from Emilia KlappYou probably know by experience that standing in front of rows of cereal boxes trying to choose the healthiest one can be a daunting task. You may also have heard or read that people who eat a healthy cereal for breakfast consume more calcium, more fiber and less fat and that it can normalize ...
Views: 2276(1 vote) - The Cholesterol Lowering / Heart Improving Effects of Exercise – Part One - by Submitted on Jan 07, 2011 from Steffan AbelFor those of you that would enjoy a little more physical involvement (without going to extremes) in order to lower your cholesterol, you could include some gentle stretches and toning exercises into your routine. Yoga, Tai Chi and Pilates will not only improve your cholesterol levels but also ...
Views: 1928(1 vote) - The Cholesterol Lowering / Heart Improving Effects of Exercise – Part Two - by Submitted on Jan 07, 2011 from Steffan AbelIn my last article I mentioned the effects of walking. In this article I want to take that a little further and also cover some other things you can try to keep your heart in perfect condition. If you only need to fit in four 10 minute walks a day to show an improvement in heart function this ...
Views: 2233(2 votes) - The controversy of congestive heart failure - by Submitted on Jan 09, 2012 from Popa WoolseyThe controversy of congestive heart failure and foods to avoid high cholesterol and low fat diets. High Cholesterol, Low Fat Diets,Heart Disease,Blood Pressure: According to the American Heart Association heart disease is now the number one disease killer and stroke is number three. ...
Views: 1930(1 vote) - The Five Common Diseases Observed Among The Men - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2018 from Kalyna KapurMen’s health is sometimes given the least focus by the men themselves. According to a study by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, men are twenty-four percent less probable than women to visit a doctor for the slight ailments. It is a known fact that men are reluctant when it comes ...
Views: 932(1 vote) - The Health Benefits of Wasabi - by Submitted on Jul 24, 2012 from Carisa HolmesThough most people only think of it as the green blob of paste they get with their sushi, wasabi is quite literally one of the hottest health foods on the market. Wasabia Japonica, also known as Japanese horseradish, boasts a wide range of benefits in regards to many common health concerns. ...
Views: 4511(1 vote) - The Hidden Danger of Bread, Pasta and Rice - by Submitted on May 04, 2010 from Wendy Montes de ocaConsuming carbohydrates with a high glycemic index increases the risk of coronary heart disease in women, according to a new study in the Archives of Internal Medicine. If you’ve read my book “Living Low Carb: Controlled Carbohydrate Eating for Long-Term Weight Loss” then you probably ...
Views: 1398(2 votes) - The Right Way To Take Blood Pressure and Avoid a Misdiagnosis - by Submitted on Oct 25, 2019 from Taryn DeCiccoThis article was originally posted at https://www.apple-a-day-clinic.com/Health_and_Nutrition_Blog?m8:post=the-right-way-to-take-blood-pressure-and-avoid-a-misdiagnosis It is estimated that 30 percent of patients diagnosed as hypertensive have normal blood pressure. This means that an awful ...
Views: 1115(1 vote) - The True Essence of Blood Pressure Options - by Submitted on May 14, 2019 from Jessica RoggersHypertension tips High circulatory strain is a standout amongst the most widely recognized disarranges in Western culture. Did you realize that one of every three ladies has hypertension? The threat of having hypertension is that by and large you have no bad things to say. The Sphygmomanometer ...
Views: 768(1 vote) - The Truth about Mesothelioma - by Submitted on Nov 28, 2011 from Vicki SutherlandMesothelioma symptoms can vary from patient to patient. Mesothelioma attorneys often struggle with the ignorance of the general population concerning mesothelioma just as much as they do against a large manufacturer's defense attorneys. One can make a valiant effort to possibly live through ...
Views: 1097(1 vote) - Things to Know When Buying Life Saving Equipment - by Submitted on Sep 26, 2011 from Sarah RyanIf you are looking for an AED or Defibrillator, have a look below at some information that you may find valuable in your search. These devices are popping up from the shopping mall to the golf course and it is important to be educated. AED stands for Automated External Defibrillator, it is a ...
Views: 981(1 vote) - Top Foods and Lifestyle Changes Promote Heart Health - by Submitted on Sep 02, 2010 from John PhillipHeart disease is the number one killer in the US, and results from decades of dietary and lifestyle abuse leading to damage of the delicate arteries that supply blood to the heart. The condition is called coronary artery disease (CAD) and is the primary type of heart condition which leads to ...
Views: 1283(1 vote) - Treatment for High Cholesterol: The Natural Artery Cleanse - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2011 from Erick PaulThere are many people who struggle with treatment for high cholesterol. Often, the first response by health care providers is to treat symptoms with various medicines. They also recommend a wide range of changes to affected individuals’ diet and lifestyle, but these practices may take time to ...
Views: 1318(1 vote) - Truth About Cholesterol - by Submitted on Jul 23, 2013 from Ryan RosenthalPeople are always getting confused about the two types of cholesterol found in the blood stream. In this article, we will differentiate between HDL (high density lipoprotein), or the “good guys” and LDL (low density lipoprotein), or the “bad guys”. The levels of HDL cholesterol and LDL ...
Views: 1033(4 votes) - Understanding the causes of a Heart Attack - by Submitted on Feb 01, 2011 from Popa WoolseyHearing the words, "you have had a Heart Attack" will strike fear in the any normal human being. Understanding the causes of a Heart Attack may help you understand what has happened. Coronary artery disease or CAD is one of the most frequent causes. The plaque buildup over a period of time, ...
Views: 2122(3 votes) - Uses And Benefits of Pulse Oximeters - by Submitted on Mar 18, 2019 from Jessica RoggersA pulse oximeter is a device intended for the non-invasive measurement of arterial blood oxygen saturation (SpO2) and pulse rate. Oximeters are widely used in hospitals, medical clinics, operating rooms, and homes. Both oxygen saturation level and pulse rate are vital signs of a patient. ...
Views: 750(2 votes) - Using Biofeedback Therapy for a Healthy Circulatory System - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2011 from Erick PaulPeople around the world are constantly searching for effective treatments to achieve normal blood pressure without drugs. The question of how to improve circulation has been around forever, it seems. Today, there are numerous natural treatments that can provide these results. Through ...
Views: 811(1 vote) - Using Pomegranate in the Fight Against Heart Disease - by Submitted on Dec 23, 2010 from John PhillipHeart disease claims the lives of nearly 900,000 Americans each year, caused largely by a diet of processed junk food, excess calories, obesity and smoking. Many people are under the false impression that heart disease is inevitable and once diagnosed can only be controlled by a low fat diet and ...
Views: 1072(1 vote) - Vegetable Protein to Lower Blood Pressure - by Submitted on Nov 12, 2010 from Lisa NelsonAccording to recent research, a diet high in vegetable proteins may help you lower blood pressure. The recent study compared dietary intake of the vegetable protein glutamic acid and high blood pressure. The higher the intake of glutamic acid the greater the decrease in blood pressure, but ...
Views: 1247(1 vote) - Vitamin B3 (Niacin) And Cholesterol Control - by Submitted on Jan 07, 2011 from Steffan AbelVitamin B3 (Niacin) And Cholesterol Control Vitamin B3, or niacin, is very effective in helping not only lower bad cholesterol (often more effectively than “statins” such as atorvastatin or “Lipitor”) but also, more importantly, in increasing good cholesterol – so one supplement gives you the ...
Views: 2294(1 vote) - Vitamin C – The Most Important Vitamin To Lower Cholesterol? - by Submitted on Jan 07, 2011 from Steffan AbelVitamin C – The Most Important Vitamin To Lower Cholesterol? Recent research has shown that taking plenty of vitamin C provides more protection against heart disease and cholesterol than almost any other substance. Various studies have shown that… 1. Vitamin C plays a role in the ...
Views: 2716(1 vote) - Vitamin E Critical to Fight Cancer and Heart Disease - by Submitted on Jan 17, 2011 from John PhillipHealth conscious people understand the importance of a diet that includes all the essential vitamins and minerals to avoid chronic illness as we age. Vitamin E is known to confer many health benefits including support for the heart and brain as well as an immune system booster. Many are ...
Views: 922(2 votes) - Walking is the Best Medicine (Part II) - a Double Dose of Benefit - by Submitted on Nov 28, 2012 from Dr. Michael L. HallIn Part I we discussed that when you exercise you're essentially burning away the bad hormones plus promoting the release of good hormones into the blood stream so you get a double dose of benefit. There is no part of your body that doesn't benefit from moderate exercise. Clearly, there are the ...
Views: 1406(1 vote) - Weight Loss Diet Tips to Improve Heart Health - by Submitted on Oct 07, 2010 from John PhillipThe incidence of obesity continues unabated at epidemic levels as people suffer from a wide array of degenerative diseases including heart disease which kills more people than any other affliction. The US Department of Agriculture released data showing that Americans consumed 331 more calories a ...
Views: 1288(2 votes) - 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) - What are the causes of heart attacks? How to cure them? - by Submitted on May 08, 2011 from Anna PhillsHeart attack is a health problem that has engulfed United States and many other countries. There are a number of medical questions about this disease that one needs to understand. A heart attack is generally caused when the blood supply and oxygen supply to an area of the heart is not smooth and ...
Views: 867(1 vote) - What Are the Causes of High Blood Pressure in Diabetics? - by Submitted on Jan 10, 2011 from Emilia KlappIt is assumed that diabetics don’t produce enough insulin, but in type 2 diabetes, that might not be the case. In fact, many type 2 diabetics have high levels of this hormone in the blood mainly due to the cells resisting the efforts of insulin to usher glucose in, creating what is known as ...
Views: 1719(1 vote) - What is a Stenotic Aortic Valve? Do You Need a Surgery for It? - by Submitted on Sep 17, 2018 from Rahul TyagiThe narrowing of the aortic valve is termed as aortic valve stenosis. Basically, the condition of aortic valve stenosis is caused when its cusps (flaps) do not respond properly and their opening and closing is not coordinated which builds excessive pressure on the heart to perform, leading to ...
Views: 939(2 votes) - What is Essential Tremors?- Causes, Symptoms and Ayurvedic Treatment - by Submitted on Jul 05, 2022 from Sandra OliveraAbstract Tremor is a neurological disorder and it is an overlying factor of many diseases. Tremors usually affect the different parts of the body like hands, arms, head, and larynx causing involuntary and rhythmic shaking. In this disorder, the upper part of the body is more prone than the ...
Views: 595(1 vote) - What People Who Do Not Die of an Accident Cerebrovascular Eat - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2011 from Emilia KlappAs you grow older, your risk of suffering an accident cerebrovascular increases. However, there is a lot of evidence that the foods you eat can make a difference on whether or not you suffer a stroke. Those foods can also make a difference on whether or not the accident is fatal. What causes ...
Views: 1966(1 vote) - What You Need to Know About Circulation and Heart Health - by Submitted on May 16, 2011 from Isaac EliazThe heart is an important muscle, responsible for circulating blood that supplies oxygen and nutrients to the entire body. Since your body needs a constant supply of blood in order to function properly, it is critical to maintain optimal circulation through diet, exercise and ...
Views: 4202(1 vote) - What You Need to Know about Relieving Heart Problems – Subliminal Messages Can Help - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2011 from Nelson BerryBy The Pioneer of Subliminal Messages Online. Heart problems are some of the leading medical causes of death these days. Here are some of the most important things you need to know about heart problems. Common heart problems • Coronary heart disease • High blood pressure ...
Views: 828(1 vote) - Why Are Pulse Oximeters Absolute Must In Current Times? - by Submitted on Jul 23, 2020 from Amit KumarWhat is a Pulse Oximeter? Oxygen is important for humans to live a life. Without oxygen, one can’t survive, and the condition of the person becomes fatal without oxygen. Once you breathe in, oxygen goes into your body and passes through your blood vessels. Oxygen carries blood to your heart ...
Views: 740(1 vote) - Why Strictly Nasal Breathing At Exercise Is Beneficial for Diabetes and Heart Patients - by Submitted on Jun 08, 2011 from Dr Artour RakhimovDecades of medical research and dozens of clinical studies have shown that patients with heart disease and/or diabetes have heavy breathing at rest. (You may find over 15 such studies on my website.) Instead of breathing 6-7 L/min (the medical norm), they pant up to 15-18 L/min at ...
Views: 4570(1 vote) - Why Your Heart Matters - by Submitted on Jun 02, 2012 from Kirk LamanIs stress making your life seem more and more hectic? Perhaps it’s causing your performance to lag at work, leaving you feeling exhausted at the end of the day. Or perhaps your stress levels are creating problems in your relationships- with your co-works, children or even your spouse? You might ...
Views: 1791(1 vote) - 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) - Working of a Sphygmomanometer- Let’s Know - by Submitted on Dec 14, 2018 from Jessica RoggersWhen knowing that you’re a patient of frequent high or low blood pressure, you must ensure that you know how to check your ratings with the Sphygmomanometer. Before using this device at home, we would suggest you to consult your doctor first so that he/she can instruct you well on the proper ...
Views: 728(1 vote) - Your Diet Can Reduce Your Risk Of Cancer - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2010 from Stacy WishnerSeveral decades ago, many doctors were fairly in the dark about the role that diet played in human health. In fact, most doctors received little education in nutrition and the role that vitamins and minerals play in staving off disease. Doctors were taught to focus on treating the symptoms of ...
Views: 947(3 votes) - Your Everyday Diet for Cholesterol - by Submitted on Jan 18, 2011 from Emilia KlappAlthough understanding the working of cholesterol can be a hard task, a diet for cholesterol doesn’t have to be. Actually, if there is something clear in all this cholesterol business is that what you eat can have a tremendous effect on LDL cholesterol, the “bad guy”. Your diet can modify LDL in ...
Views: 1458(2 votes) - “The basic symptoms of heart disease” - by Submitted on Dec 23, 2010 from syra senThere are number of peoples who have heart disease in the world. Heart disease has very bright symptoms, it couldn’t hide. There are numerous symptoms that come under the umbrella of heart disease. But there are some key symptoms, you should aware. The first and foremost symptom is chest pain or ...
Views: 939(1 vote) - Why Your Cholesterol Level May Be Meaningless - by Submitted on Feb 23, 2010 from Wendy Montes de ocaCholesterol and Heart Disease: Wrong All Along? By Suzanne W. Dixon, MPH, MS, RD Cholesterol Conundrum At first glance, the connection between high cholesterol and increased heart disease risk seems solid. Below the surface, the details look murkier. For starters, many people who have heart ...
Views: 2801(4 votes) - Natural remedies to lower your cholesterol levels. - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2010 from Jarret MorrowFor those who have high cholesterol levels, it can put them at risk for serious health conditions including stroke, heart disease, as well as peripheral vascular disease. However, elevated levels of serum cholesterol don't often accompany any initial symptoms. For this reason, it's important ...
Views: 1814(3 votes) - ***Taking Care Of Your Blood Pressure Naturally with Blood Pressure Take Care - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2012 from Christine Dreher, CCN, CCHBlood Pressure Basics Recent studies show that about 40% of U.S. citizens have been diagnosed with high blood pressure, also known as hypertension. This increases the risk for stroke, heart attack, heart disease or failure, kidney failure and arterial aneurysms, including ...
Views: 8184(8 votes) - The Awesome Foursome - by Submitted on Mar 08, 2011 from Cynthia Shelby-LaneThe awesome foursome is not a group of ninja turtles who save the day. They are four nutritional supplements that are essential to increasing the survival rate of heart patients. These are magnesium, coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10), L-carnitine, and D-ribose. If you ever heard Dr. Stephen Sinatra ...
Views: 2618(5 votes) - The Real Deal on Carbs: Good or Bad? - by Submitted on Mar 02, 2010 from Wendy Montes de ocaA Growing Threat to Health Metabolic syndrome might be the most under appreciated threat to American health. There’s a good chance you’ve never even heard of it. If you have heard of metabolic syndrome, you probably don’t know exactly what it means. Metabolic syndrome is defined by the ...
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