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- Stroke risk may increase with stress of caring for sick spouse, violence - by Submitted on Mar 18, 2016 from Victor MarchioneStroke risk may increase with caring for a sick spouse or experiencing violence. In a study, spouse caregivers that were stressed had a 95 percent higher risk of stroke compared to matched controls. Lead author, Sindhu Lakkur, said, “Stroke is one of the leading causes of adult disability, so ...
Views: 771 - Heart disease and stroke risk dictated by profession in older workers, says new report - by Submitted on Mar 17, 2016 from Victor MarchioneHeart disease and stroke risk is dictated by profession in older workers, according to new findings. The study uncovered that those workers over the age of 45 in sales, office support, or other service occupations have more risk factors for heart disease and stroke, compared to workers in ...
Views: 864 - 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: 690 - Flu shot may protect against atrial fibrillation (irregular heart beat) - by Submitted on Mar 17, 2016 from Victor MarchioneA new study has found another possible benefit from the flu shot – protection against atrial fibrillation (irregular heart beat), which is a risk factor for stroke. The study included 57,000 people from Taiwan. The researchers found a significant link between the flu shot and new cases of atrial ...
Views: 746 - Are You at Risk of a Heart Attack? – Risk Factors & 8 Steps to a Healthy Heart! - by Submitted on Mar 16, 2016 from Julie DohertyHeart Disease and Heart Attacks are still the main cause of death. Despite our knowledge of the causative factors. Due to the increase availability of Fast food outlets and processed foods. These containing damaging fats, in many cases large quantities of salt and sugar. All of these a ...
Views: 955 - High LDL cholesterol in pregnant women raises child’s risk of high LDL in adulthood - by Submitted on Mar 16, 2016 from Victor MarchioneHigh LDL cholesterol in pregnant women raises the child’s risk of high LDL in adulthood. The researchers looked at over 500 mother/offspring pairs and found that high LDL levels in mothers prior to becoming pregnant increased the risk of their child having high LDL levels upon entering ...
Views: 826 - Heart disease, cancer risk higher when working in rotating night shifts, study - by Submitted on Mar 15, 2016 from Victor MarchioneHeart disease and cancer risk is higher when working in rotating night shifts, the research has found. Shift workers commonly undergo circadian misalignment, which is the disruption of a person’s natural body clock typically governed by daylight and darkness cycles. Shift work calls for ...
Views: 675 - Anxiety and depression reduced in women during women-only cardiac rehabilitation - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2016 from Victor MarchioneAnxiety and depression can be reduced in women who partake in women-only cardiac rehabilitation programs. Women are less inclined to enroll in a cardiac rehab which could be highly beneficial for their heart health as cardiovascular disease is the number one killer of women ...
Views: 778 - Eat Your Way to Heart Health - by Submitted on Feb 10, 2016 from Danielle VenHuizenIt's February, and that means it's American Heart month! Despite all the talk about heart health, I think we honestly forget what a big deal Heart Disease is in this country. It is the number one cause of death in the United States. Numero Uno. That is not something to take lightly. Certainly ...
Views: 755 - 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: 704 - Consuming healthy fats helps extend life, reduces heart disease: Study - by Submitted on Feb 02, 2016 from Victor MarchioneA new study suggests consuming healthy fats not only extends life but could prevent millions of deaths and heart diseases cases annually. Reducing saturated fat from one’s diet has been on the forefront of improving health as of late, but researchers suggest not only is it important to reduce ...
Views: 962 - 7 Heart Disease Symptoms You Just Ignore - by Submitted on Dec 23, 2015 from Sara BistonFor most people if something were wrong with the heart, they would not know. It is due to lack of the knowledge of the signs that are associated with the heart disease. When the symptoms do not happen on the chest, you cannot tell what is wrong. Sometimes, the heart may have issues so if you ...
Views: 1160 - 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: 645 - A daily nap could reduce blood pressure, prevent heart attack - by Submitted on Nov 09, 2015 from Victor MarchioneIt’s a warm Sunday afternoon and you’ve just had a big lunch and a long walk. Now what? Recent research suggests that you should probably head over to the hammock or sofa and take a nap; it could help reduce blood pressure and prevent heart attack. Although most people don’t need a reason to ...
Views: 882 - High protein foods boost cardiovascular health - by Submitted on Nov 09, 2015 from Victor MarchioneProtein is an essential part of our diet as it aids in muscle and tissue repair, provides specific immune defense and keeps us energized. Furthermore, a new study has revealed that high protein foods can also boost cardiovascular health. The research was done by the University of East Anglia ...
Views: 763 - Ozone Therapy By Jay North - www.OneGlobePress.com - by Submitted on Nov 03, 2015 from Pocket WatchesIn the 1930s, a German biochemist named Dr. Otto Warburg made the revolutionary discovery that due to the low rate of respiration in cancer cells, they are capable of fermenting their own sugar and thus starving the oxygen cells so much that they replicate uncontrollably. He theorized that an ...
Views: 719 - High blood pressure in pregnancy linked to family risk - by Submitted on Oct 29, 2015 from Victor MarchionePregnancy can cause changes to your health, like morning sickness for example. If a pregnant woman has high blood pressure, new research suggests this can contribute to deteriorated health in the future. Additionally, researchers have uncovered that siblings of pregnant women with high blood ...
Views: 730 - Stop calorie counting, start promoting nutrition for heart health - by Submitted on Oct 29, 2015 from Victor MarchioneA popular method for dieting is to count calories. Recommended daily calories for a sedentary senior male is around 2,000 and 1,600 for females. Of course, this would increase if a person is active. Counting calories seems like a universal way to lose or maintain weight, but it’s important to ...
Views: 766 - Quitting smoking improves mental health after heart attack - by Submitted on Oct 29, 2015 from Victor MarchioneIf you’ve never touched a cigarette or have quit smoking, congratulations! You are steps ahead of being healthier for longer in comparison to smokers. If you’ve experienced a heart attack and were a smoker previously, research suggests quitting can improve your mental health – aside from ...
Views: 764 - 5 Lifestyle Changes You Must Make for Your Heart Health - by Submitted on Oct 22, 2015 from Hannah WhittenlyIf you don't give your heart the attention it needs, you will put yourself at higher risk of heart disease. Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States, appearing in many forms. Fortunately, there are simple steps you can take to keep your heart healthy and ...
Views: 774 - Type-2 diabetes risk higher in bulimia patients - by Submitted on Oct 20, 2015 from Victor MarchioneBulimia nervosa is when a person binges and purges food. This means they will consume large amounts of food only to expel it from their body immediately afterward. This can be done through vomiting or with the use of laxatives. Causes of bulimia nervosacan range from psychological, biological, ...
Views: 758 - Hypertension detection using heart attack test - by Submitted on Oct 20, 2015 from Victor MarchioneThe Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that roughly 70 million Americans have hypertension (high blood pressure). Only 52 percent of those with hypertension have the condition under control. Additionally, one in three Americans have pre-hypertension, meaning they are at ...
Views: 788 - Effects of insulin on heart health - by Submitted on Oct 05, 2015 from Victor MarchioneIf you have type-2 diabetes there are many ways to receive insulin, such as rapid-acting insulin, short-acting insulin and long-acting insulin. Long-acting insulin can last from 24 to 36 hours after administered. The purpose of long-acting insulin is to provide insulin for the whole day, as ...
Views: 896(1 vote) - How to deal with memory loss after stroke - by Submitted on Oct 05, 2015 from Victor MarchioneOur body functions mainly in part with our circulatory system. Every part of our body requires blood, which flows out from the heart and then back into the heart. When there is an interruption in blood flow, it can lead to some negative health consequences. One major organ to point out which ...
Views: 796 - Facts about heart palpitations - by Submitted on Sep 25, 2015 from Victor MarchioneIn a healthy adult, the heart should average between 60 to 100 beats per minute. Factors which determine heart rate are activity level, exertion of the body and even stress levels. Throughout the day our heartbeats may quicken or slow; this is knows as heart palpitations. Heart palpations can be ...
Views: 746 - Can clogged arteries be unclogged? - by Submitted on Sep 08, 2015 from Victor MarchioneBlood travels around the body through arteries. Arteries run all over your body carrying oxygen-rich blood to all the organs and extremities. In a healthy adult, blood can transport easily around the body delivering an adequate supply. But in a person with clogged arteries, blood flow becomes ...
Views: 970 - Want a Healthy Heart? Then You will want to Eat your GREENS!!! - by Submitted on Feb 16, 2016 from Julie DohertyDid you know that eating your greens is one of the best things you can do for your body, so that you can have a life a Healthy, Happiness and Vitality Great news for the budget it is inexpensive and one of the fastest ways that will not only help you to recover quicker from ill health but ...
Views: 953 - Bradycardia (slow heart rate): Causes, symptoms and treatment - by Submitted on Sep 02, 2015 from Victor MarchioneThe heart rate of healthy adults should be between 60 to 80 beats per minute. If a person’s heartbeat is slower than that, the disorder is called bradycardia. There are many reasons why a person’s heartbeat may run fast, or slow. For example, adults who regularly exercise will have a slower ...
Views: 824 - 7 REASONS WHY TEA IS GOOD FOR HEALTH - by Submitted on Sep 07, 2015 from Margaux Diaz7 REASONS WHY TEA IS GOOD FOR HEALTH Introduction Tea is a beverage that can boost one’s health. There are people who take tea more regularly than others. There are important things to note for those people who take tea more regularly. The quality of tea that one chooses is important to ...
Views: 2515 - What is hypercalcemia - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2015 from Victor MarchioneCalcium is required in the body as an essential mineral. Its main use is I the bones and teeth to keep them strong. But when an excess amount of calcium is found within the body it can lead to a condition called hypercalcemia. In this case, when there is too much calcium, it can play an opposite ...
Views: 628 - 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: 653 - What is Mitral Valve Regurgitation? - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2015 from Victor MarchioneThe heart has many valves and chambers to allow blood to enter and be released in order for the body to work. Some major valves in the heart are the aortic valve, tricuspid valve and the mitral valve. These valves play important roles and if there is a problem with one of them, it can affect ...
Views: 756 - Treat depression after heart attack - by Submitted on Aug 21, 2015 from Victor MarchioneA heart attack occurs when there is not an adequate blood supply to the heart. This can be caused due to a blockage. Damage can occur in the heart, and depending on how long the heart goes without blood will determine the severity of the damage. Heart attack can impair a person’s life, but ...
Views: 746 - 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: 680 - Effects of wildfires and heart health - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2015 from Victor MarchioneWildfires have become an all too common occurrence in the United States. So far this year there have been more than 29-thousand wildfires in the U.S. Daily news reports often focus on how wildlife, natural resources and property are at serious risk during these wildfires; however, there is ...
Views: 609 - Seniors: Do this one thing to cut your risk of heart failure in half - by Submitted on Aug 06, 2015 from Victor MarchioneThe Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates nearly 5.1-millions Americans have heart failure. Heart failure is the result of the heart not functioning properly and can lead to death. Aging is a large factor in the function of the heart, so many seniors are at risk for developing ...
Views: 764 - If you want better blood pressure avoid these popular supplements - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2015 from Victor MarchioneWhen it comes to treating ailments, many of us like to opt for natural remedies. Studies continue to come out on the effectiveness of supplements and natural remedies. But as the influx of going naturally grows, it’s important to know which supplements are effective and which are ineffective ...
Views: 703 - Study: Heart disease linked to osteoporosis in elderly - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2015 from Victor MarchioneWe all know seniors are at greater risk for heart disease as well. Risk factors of heart disease include smoking, high cholesterol, high blood pressure and inflammation of the blood vessels. But a potential new risk of heart disease has just been discovered. In fact it has to do with ...
Views: 700 - Can this essential mineral help your blood pressure? - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2015 from Victor MarchioneHigh blood pressure, or hypertension, is when the pressure of blood flow pushes against veins. High blood pressure can contribute to other major heart events and even stroke. High blood pressure can be symptomless and if not monitored will only reveal itself through a major heart event. This is ...
Views: 748 - When it comes to lowering blood pressure, listen to this… - by Submitted on Jul 08, 2015 from Victor MarchioneDid you know that music can be used as a form of therapy? It’s true. Music therapy is often used to promote wellness, reduce pain, manage stress and overall improve quality of life. Even if you haven’t taken a music therapy session, you may have noticed a change in yourself when you listen to ...
Views: 685 - Elevated blood pressure linked with risk of heart disease in later life - by Submitted on Jul 08, 2015 from Victor MarchioneJust about anyone can have high blood pressure. Although there are contributing factors which can elevate blood pressure, it can affect anyone. In fact, most people don’t even realize they have high blood pressure as it doesn’t pose many symptoms. By the time they realize they have a blood ...
Views: 699 - Your lack of sleep can cause heart disease - by Submitted on Jul 03, 2015 from Victor MarchioneThere is a slew of health conditions which are plaguing Americans. From diabetes, to blood pressure these are just some health concerns wrecking havoc on the health of Americans. Some health concerns are related, so much so that if one area is unhealthy it can lead to additional health concerns. ...
Views: 772 - Surprising thing that increases your risk of heart attack - by Submitted on Jul 03, 2015 from Victor MarchioneAge, smoking, obesity, family history, blood pressure, cholesterol and lack of exercise are all known risk factors of having a heart attack. Therefore, we all get our vitals checked at the doctors, try to eat well and occasionally go for an outdoorsy walk when the weather is nice. But there is ...
Views: 811 - Benefits Of Yoga For Heart Health - by Submitted on Jul 02, 2015 from Gaurang ChandaranaYoga is a progression of breathing activities and physical activities that are consolidated with reflection. The starting point of yoga goes back a huge number of years to antiquated India. It is said to have a large number of medical advantages for the brain and about all aspects of the body. ...
Views: 923 - 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: 745 - 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: 825 - 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: 811 - 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: 1222 - 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: 797 - 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, ...
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