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When It Is Appropriate To See A Cardiologist?
A cardiologist is a specialist who treats heart conditions. They have expertise in treating a variety of cardiac illnesses and ailments, in addition to…
How to Care Properly for Someone with Heart Disease
Heart disease is one of the most common health-related issues in America. As one of the most serious problems that we face today, caring for heart patients…
Know the Causes, Symptoms and Treatment Methods for Bowel Cancer
Bowel or colorectal cancer is one of the common cancers affecting many people across Australia. According to reports, over 15000 people are diagnosed with…
Atrial Fibrillation Guidelines
I’m gonna be write about the 2019 Atrial Fibrillation Guideline updates. For those of you not aware, we have major cardiology groups and other…
Eliminating 90% of your risk of cardiovascular disease
All of these are ideas that have been overlooked, denied by a huge amount of data, but other long-standing myths and dogmas about the # 1 killer epidemic…
What is Atrial Fibrillation? The Different Types of Atrial Septal Defect
It seldom occurs in those under 40 years old, but occurs in up to 5% per cent of those over 80 years of age. It’s favorite age to strike is “my…
How Brushing and Flossing Daily Can Lower Your Risk of Heart Disease
Regular brushing and flossing can prevent oral disease, but it may also be able to protect your heart. You may have heard that bad dental hygiene is linked…
How Does Cold Weather Affect Atrial Fibrillation?
We’re going to be discussing cold weather and atrial fibrillation and see how cold weather can actually affect a person’s atrial of…
What is Heart Failure?
What is Heart Failure- By Heart Specialist
Heart failure (HF), also known as chronic heart failure (CHF), is when the heart is unable to pump…
10 Ways to Prevent Heartburn and Acid Reflux
Heartburn and acid reflux negatively impact many aspects of the lives of those who suffer from them. Aside from the general discomfort they cause, heartburn…
What Is A Pacemaker? Types Risk and Operation of Pacemaker
What Is A Pacemaker? A pacemaker is an implantable device which is positioned typically underneath your left collarbone. It consists of a…
How Do Cardic Screening Test & Cardiac Heart Monitoring
What is Cardic
Cardiac means near, around, or part of the heart and "cardiac" comes from the Greek word "cardio" meaning pertaining…
Heart risks can vary by ethnicity
Cardiovascular disease remains the leading cause of death here in Canada. We know what many of the risk factors are, from hypertension to abnormal…
Speedwell, One of the Prettiest Wild Plants in Britain
The official name for Speedwell is Veronica Officinalis, which is a very common plant in Great Britain. Speedwell grows in dry pastures and on heaths,…
Coping with the heart problems that affect our children
To a parent, nothing is more sacred than the health of their child, which is why when an infant is born with a heart defect it can be an extremely worrying…
Metabolic Syndrome, Complicated With Mental Illness
Metabolic syndrome, complicated with mental illness
Metabolic syndrome nearly affects 50 million people in America. Anyone with 3 or more of the…
HOMEOPATHY TREATMENT FOR CHALAZION
Chalazion is a lump in the eyelid that is caused by inflammation of a gland within the skin. Typically, this lump grows over days to weeks and is occasionally…
Antioxidants and Cardiovascular diseases
Cardiovascular disease or heart diseases are the class of diseases that involve disorder of the heart or blood vessels (arteries and veins),including…
Tocotrienols: Twenty Years of Dazzling Cardiovascular and Cancer Research
Numerous studies over the past two decades have clearly proven that the tocotrienol form of vitamin E is a top choice for cardiovascular protection and heart…
New study uses a walk test to determine the recovery of Elderly Heart Surgery patients
A new study has defined an easy tool which can help determine the type of recovery or possible danger of death in Elderly patients who are to undergo heart…
Major Blood Pressure Discovery Offers Immediate Solutions
British researchers using state-of-the-art x-ray technology have identified the primary reason blood pressure elevates in the first place. A key…
Drug Trial - Hope for Heart Attack Patients
Breakthrough in drug trial offers hope for heart attack patientsNew findings from a major drug trial have brought experts a step closer to developing a drug…
Brain stimulation helps paralyzed stroke patients
Brain stimulation can help partially paralyzed stroke patients regain use of their musclesResearchers believe treatment helps to rebalance brain activity in…
Hair, link between stress & heart attack
Hair provides proof of the link between chronic stress and heart attackResearchers at The University of Western Ontario have provided the first direct evidence…
DHA vs. Diabetes Drugs – Did You Balance Your PPAR Gamma Today?
The thiazolidinedione diabetes drugs Avandia and Actos will break your bones and cause heart failure. DHA will help preserve your bones and rejuvenate…
Potassium Offsets Salt-Induced Cardiovascular Distress
Potassium is highly concentrated in your cells, whereas sodium (salt) is concentrated between your cells. New science is showing that a lack of…
Vitamin K2: Bones, Cardiovascular Health, Blood Sugar Control & Cancer Prevention
Vitamin K is an important antioxidant nutrient well known for its important assistance in the clotting of blood. It is also the target of the commonly…
DHA Protects Circulation from Dietary Abuse
Americans are progressing towards heart disease in alarming numbers, with significant signs of poor cardiovascular health occurring even in our overweight…
Can High Good Cholesterol Be the Sign of a Problem?
The simplistic notion that LDL cholesterol is "bad" and HDL cholesterol is "good" has only one purpose in public health dogma: scaring…
Typical Breathing Pattern of Sick People
If we consider automatic breathing patterns in sick people with various health problems, virtually all health conditions are characterized by ineffective…
Why modern man gets little, if any, benefits from exercise
Breathing and oxygenation in healthy and sick peopleIf you observe modern exercising people, you will see that over 97% of them breathe through the mouth. Is…
Prevent heart attacks using advanced breath control
Breathing and the heartOur breathing pattern has profound effects on the heart. In fact, about a century ago western doctors developed and studied the science…
Maximizing DHA Intake Supports Weight Loss
DHA is now recognized as a superior nutrient for cardiovascular health, cognitive function, memory, mood, learning, vision quality (including protection…
Cardiovascular Fitness: long walks are beneficial
In day- to-day's life, it is very essential that we follow a good diet with some light exercise. Exercise is very much beneficial to possess good health.…
Heart disease means heavy breathing 24/7
Medical research clearly showed that all heart patients breathe way too much even at rest.In 1995 the British Heart Journal published a study (Clark et al,…
High Intake of EPA/DHA Reduces Risks for Cardiovascular Disease
By now just about everyone is aware that consuming essential fatty acids like DHA is vital to your cardiovascular health, weight management, and general…
Fatty Liver Problem and Causes, Is any Treatment Available
We all have well ever heard of fatty liver. But few know that alcohol is not the main cause for many with type 2 diabetes have fatty liver without knowing it.…
Hemorrhoids and Vascular Disease
Peripheral vascular disease (PVD) involves damage to or blockage in blood vessels distant from your heart, arteries and peripheral veins. The peripheral…
Too much selenium can increase your cholesterol
A new study from the University of Warwick has discovered taking too much of the essential mineral selenium in your diet can increase your cholesterol by…
Raw Food Diet - How It Reduces the Risks of Stroke Caused by the Typical American Diet in Conventional and Traditional Chinese Medicine Perspectives
Besides cancer and heart diseases, stroke is the third leading cause of death. Approximate 1/4 of all stroke victims die as a direct result of the stroke or…
Scientists Document How Coumadin Increases Disease Risk
While doctors hand out Coumadin like candy, apparently because they have no idea how to get someone's sticky blood to flow normally, patient's livers…
Laughable Type II Diabetes Research Shines Light on Medical Ineptitude
The ability of Western medicine to treat an epidemic of type II diabetes in America shows the gross incompetence of their collective profession. Granted,…
Stroke-- Causes, Symptoms The Risk Factors,Types, Prevention and Treatment
Besides cancer and heart diseases, stroke is the third leading cause of death. Approximate 1/4 of all stroke victims die as a direct result of the stroke or…
Heart Diseases- Causes, Symptoms,Types, Prevention & Treatment of Heart Diseases
Beside cancer, heart disease kills more than 2,000 Americans everyday. Approximately 60 million Americans have heart disease.I. Causes of Heart DiseasesThere…
More Proof that Statins Damage Muscles in Many People Taking Them
Over half of individuals taking statins complain of muscle aches and pains. A new study demonstrates that 56% of those with these symptoms have injured muscle…
Statin Use Speeds Onset of Coronary Adverse Event Hospitalizations
A new study of 3,516 Italian patients prescribed statins for high cholesterol looked into the issue of how well the therapy lowered cholesterol and the effect…
Tomato supplement 'staves off heart disease'
For a long time now scientists have realized that that a Mediterranean diet rich in vegetables and fruit and low in saturated fats can help us all live…
Heart Diseases Affecting Heart Lining
As we mentioned in the previous articles, heart disease kills more than 2,000 Americans everyday. Approximately 60 million Americans have heart disease. There…
Heart diseases Affecting Coronary Arteries and Coronary Veins
Heart disease kills more than 2,000 Americans everyday. Approximately 60 million Americans have heart disease. There are many causes of heart disease. In this…
Heart diseases Affecting Heart Valves
As we mentioned in the previous articles, heart diseases are caused by high blood pressure that contributes to the hardening of the arteries. High levels of…
Heart Diseases Affecting Heart Muscles
As we mentioned in the previous articles, heart diseases are caused by high blood pressure that contributes to hardening of the arteries. High levels of bad…
Heart disease affecting the heart chambers
As we mention in the previous article, the heart is a four chambered hollow muscle and double acting pump that is located in the chest between the lungs. Heart…
Types of Heart Diseases
The heart is a four chambered, hollow muscle and double acting pump that is located in the chest between the lungs. Heart diseases caused by high blood…
Symptoms of Heart Diseases
Beside cancer, heart disease kills more than 2,000 Americans everyday. Approximately 60 million Americans have heart disease. There are many causes of heart…
Antidepressants Strongly Linked to Heart Disease
Researchers have documented an alarming link between the use of antidepressants and the development of serious heart disease. The link was discovered by…
Coenzyme Q10, Statins, and Heart Health
Coenzyme Q10 is a top cardio-friendly nutrient. Your heart has very high energy requirements and never gets to take any time off. Q10 is required for the…
Pantethine – Boost Your Brain, Cardio Health, Metabolism, and Detoxification
Pantethine can dramatically change your health and improve your metabolism. Pantethine, like no other nutrient, directly fuels the production Co-Enzyme A…
Fitness Trends for 2009!
New Exercise Trends Guaranteed To Get You Fit in 2009!!! According to government statistics about 1 in 3 women in the UK are suffering from obesity.…
Tips for Cardiovascular Health
February is American Heart Month, a good time to get on track supporting your best friend that never gets to take a break - even for 5 minutes. Don’t…
The Amazing New World of HDL Cholesterol
The new scientific toolbox is being used to poke around in HDL's house, only to find good news and bad news. HDL has been labeled "good"…
Reasons Why I Run
After having my baby a year and a half ago I began to develop the desire to regain command over my body. I have always lead an active life with dancing,…
Steps toward Managing Cholesterol Levels
Cholesterol is a waxy substance made by the liver and supplied in the diet through animal products that include:• …
Heart Disease
Heart DiseaseMillions of people die each year from heart disease worldwide. These include diseases such as Heart Attack (Myocardial Infarction), Cardiac Arrest…
Gene Variation Slowing Metabolism of Caffeine May Play a Role for Increase Risk of Heart Attack in Some Individuals
Drinking coffee and the increase risk of having a heart attack has been under debate for a long time. Some researchers say the risk lies within your…
DHEA Supplements: Possible Benefits of Maintaining Youth and the Possible Side Effects
The most abundant steroid in the human body is DHEA. DHEA is produced by the adrenal glands. DHEA is involved in creating testosterone, estrogen,…
Coffee Drinking Findings Are Inconsistent
Coffee is one of the most widely consumed beverages in the world. There have been numerous studies of the affects of coffee on our health, especially…
TEN TIPS FOR A HEALTHY HEART
Celebrate Valentine's Day by celebrating your heart. Wise Woman herbalist Susun Weed gives us a few simple, easy ways to nourish and tonify that vitally…
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What is Neuralgia?
Neuralgia is a general term for nerve pain affecting the peripheral nerves. This is a medical condition which results in spasmodic, chronic pain along a single…
News Articles
Secret Smokers
One in two smokers hide their habit from friends, family and colleagues, revealed a recent report.
Women were the main offenders with more confessing to…
Dying of cold -- more heart attacks in cooler weather
Lower outdoor temperatures are linked to an increase in the risk of heart attacks, according to a new study by scientists at the London School of Hygiene &…
1 in 4 stroke patients stop taking medication within 3 months
A quarter of stroke patients discontinue one or more of their prescribed secondary stroke prevention medications within three months of hospitalization for an…
Virgin olive oil and a Mediterranean diet fight heart disease by changing how our genes function
New research in the FASEB Journal suggests that the polyphenols in virgin olive oil modify the expression of atherosclerosis-related genes, leading to health…
Early menopause linked to higher risk of future cardiovascular disease
Women who experience early menopause appear to have more than twice the risk of having a heart attack, stroke or other cardiovascular disease event later in…
Under 50? Silent duo could put you at risk for a big stroke
Quebec City, CANADA - Being young doesn't mean you are immune to a stroke. You may feel healthy; you may be 18 or a vigorous 50. And yet you could be more…
Chances of surviving cardiac arrest depends on your neighbourhood
New study reveals strategy for reversing stagnant survival ratesThe odds of surviving cardiac arrest may depend on which part of town you call home and whether…
Parents' physical inactivity influences children
Children are more likely to watch high levels of television if their parents do, but parents do not need to be physically active to help their children to be…
Pistachios offer multiple benefits
Pistachio nuts, eaten as part of a healthy diet, can increase the levels of antioxidants in the blood of adults with high cholesterol, according to an…
Experts call for urgent action to tackle strong links between impotence and heart disease
All men experiencing impotence should undergo thorough medical assessments.International experts are calling for all men experiencing impotence to undergo…
Particulate air pollution affects heart health
Breathing polluted air increases stress on the heart's regulation capacity, up to six hours after inhalation of combustion-related small particles called…
Grapes reduce risk factors for heart disease and diabetes
Findings show grape consumption lowered blood pressure, improved heart function and reduced other risk factors for heart disease and metabolic syndromeCould…
Higher amounts of added sugars increase heart disease risk factors
Atlanta, USA - Added sugars in processed foods and beverages may increase cardiovascular disease risk factors, according to a study by Emory University…
Diet high in B-vitamins lowers heart risks in Japanese study
Dallas, USA - Eating more foods containing the B-vitamins folate and B-6 lowers the risk of death from stroke and heart disease for women and may reduce the…
Sleep apnea tied to increased risk of stroke
Obstructive sleep apnea is associated with an increased risk of stroke in middle-aged and older adults, especially men, according to new results from a…
Chocolate Easter Eggs could be lowering the risk of stroke!
Toronto, CANADA - Giving a chocolate Easter Egg to that special person in your life may help lower their risk of stroke based on a preliminary study from…
Plaque on CT scan is strong predictor of heart disease, worse long-term outcomes
The presence of plaque on an abdominal CT scan is a strong predictor of coronary artery disease and mortality, according to a Henry Ford Hospital…
Researchers identify method to help reduce fat in the blood
Over 60 per cent of Canadians are classified as overweight or obese. This epidemic is a concern for experts around the world. One of the major problems is high…
Even the boss doesn't follow the doctor's orders
Only 68 percent of corporate executives took their cholesterol lowering medication as prescribed by a doctor, a new study shows.Overall, the executives who…
Landmark trial finds stents as good as surgery for unclogging carotid arteries
Loyola University Medical Centre is among the hospitals that enrolled patients in a landmark trial that compared traditional surgery with less-invasive…
Do medical TV shows depict proper first aid for seizures?
Watching TV medical shows might not be the best way to learn what to do when someone has a seizure. Researchers screened the most popular medical dramas and…
Migraine may double risk of heart attack
New York, USA - Migraine sufferers are twice as likely to have heart attacks as people without migraine, according to a new study by researchers at Albert…
Memory failing? You may be at higher risk for stroke
People who experience memory loss or a decline in their thinking abilities may be at higher risk of stroke, regardless of whether they have been diagnosed with…
Raising kids may lower blood pressure
They turn Dad's hair grey, but children can now take partial credit for the health of Mom's heart. A new Brigham Young University study found that…
High-fat low-carb diets could mean significant heart risk
New scientific research has shown that low-carbohydrate high-fat diets, made popular by the likes of the Atkins diet, do not achieve more weight loss than…
One active Christmas gift can improve your child’s health, say physios
Physiotherapists are recommending that people buying Christmas presents for children this year should include one gift that encourages active play, to help…
High salt intake linked to strokes and cardiovascular disease
Eating high amounts of salt is linked to a significantly higher risk of strokes and cardiovascular disease, states a paper published today in the British…
Current cigarette smokers at increased risk of seizures
A recent study determined there is a significant risk of seizure for individuals who currently smoke cigarettes. Boston-based researchers from Brigham and…
New study links vitamin D deficiency to cardiovascular disease and death
MURRAY, USA - While mothers have known that feeding their kids milk builds strong bones, a new study by researchers at the Heart Institute at Intermountain…
High fructose corn syrup: A recipe for hypertension
A diet high in fructose increases the risk of developing high blood pressure (hypertension), according to a paper being presented at the American Society of…
Women with diabetes at increased risk for irregular heart rhythm
Portland, USA - Diabetes increases by 26 percent the likelihood that women will develop atrial fibrillation (AF), a potentially dangerous irregular heart…
Lowering sodium consumption could save US $18 billion annually in health costs, study finds
Reducing Americans' average intake of sodium to the amount recommended by health officials could save the nation as much as $18 billion annually in avoided…
Simple test may identify stroke survivors at risk of another cardiovascular event
DALLAS, USA - Measuring circulation in the ankle using a device similar to a blood pressure cuff can help identify asymptomatic peripheral artery disease (PAD)…
High Blood Pressure May Lead to ‘Silent’ Strokes
ST. PAUL, USA – “Silent” strokes, which are strokes that don’t result in any noticeable symptoms but cause brain damage, are common in…
Freshly crushed garlic better for the heart than processed
A new study reports what scientists term the first scientific evidence that freshly crushed garlic has more potent heart-healthy effects than dried garlic.…
New heart disease risk score outperforms existing test
An independent external validation of QRISK® - a new score for predicting a person's risk of heart disease - has shown that it performs better than the…
Thousands at risk from hidden heart condition
Thousands of people in England are unaware that they are at risk of developing heart disease due to an undiagnosed genetic condition, says the Royal College of…
Older Men With Breathing Problems During Sleep More Likely to Have Irregular Heartbeats
CHICAGO-Increasingly severe sleep-related breathing disorders in older men appear to be associated with a greater risk of abnormal heart rhythms (arrhythmias),…