Blood pressure constitutes one of the key vital signs of life, along with heartbeat, rate of breathing, and temperature. It's generated by the heart pumping blood into the arteries and is regulated by the response of the arteries to the flow of blood. Your blood pressure is expressed as a systolic/diastolic number, for instance, 120/80 […]
Hypertension, also known as high blood pressure, is estimated by the World Health Organization to affect around 1.28 billion adults around the world. High blood pressure can be a silent killer as many are unaware they have it until it is too late (1). Many different strategies can help to manage blood pressure, including medication, […]
Protecting your heart is crucial for preventing chronic illness and enjoying a long life. And practicing a healthy lifestyle with quality nutrition is important for achieving this goal. While there are many different nutrients that may support your heart health, studies show vitamin D is a critical one. This article will explore the uses of […]
The different lipid peroxidation mechanisms and their subsequent detrimental effects on the body have been a topic of high interest in the past. More recently, studies have intensified in finding natural ways to inhibit lipid peroxidation. In these studies, a familiar vitamin has popped up – vitamin E. This article duly examines the relationship between […]
Peripheral artery disease, or PAD, affects roughly 200 million people globally. It impacts between 8 and 12 million Americans. The disease presents itself differently from patient to patient. Some patients may remain asymptomatic, while in others, the disease may progress to arterial ulceration, claudication, resting limb ischemia, and limb loss. Also, PAD can be seen […]
Swimming is a popular sport in the summer months, and if you are willing to brave the indoor swimming pool or wear a wetsuit, you can enjoy swimming all year round. Swimming is a low-impact form of exercise that can be great for your joints and help people with many different conditions enjoy the benefits […]
Many factors can lead to high blood pressure, also known as hypertension, a condition that more than half the adult US population contends with in some way. It is also one of the most common, yet preventable, risks of heart disease. Modern medicine tends to try and address high blood pressure using manufactured medications. Unfortunately, […]
Berberine is a remedy that has long been used by practitioners of traditional Chinese and Ayurvedic medicine. It was considered an antimicrobial, antiprotozoal, and antidiarrhea agent. Research in humans has found that many of these claims as to the benefits of berberine are true. What Is Berberine? Berberine is an alkaloid compound found in the […]
Arrhythmia is a term that refers to an irregular heartbeat. It could be faster or slower than normal or have an atypical beat. A normal heartbeat has a steady rhythm and beats anywhere between sixty and one hundred times a minute. If you have an irregular heartbeat, your healthcare provider may suggest the use of […]
Did you know there may be an oral-cardiovascular connection? Many studies suggest that there is a strong connection between oral health and heart disease risk. The US Surgeon General’s 2000 report, Oral Health in America, supports this. According to the report, oral health may relate to over ninety percent of systemic health issues. Literature does […]
