Cardiologists To Share The One Food They Would Never Eat If you are considering a diet plan that will help you improve your heart health, it’s easy to get confused over which foods are “good” and which ones are “bad.” For example, bacon, which is high in fat and protein, is allowed in the keto … Continue reading “Cardiologists To Share The One Food They Would Never Eat”
Category: Heart Attack
Symptoms Ignored Ahead of Near-Fatal ‘Widowmaker’ Heart Attack
Symptoms Ignored Ahead of Near-Fatal ‘Widowmaker’ Heart Attack Chris Prewitt had just finished a workout session with his personal trainer on Dec. 27, 2023, when his triceps, biceps, and chest “were all incredibly sore.” However, Prewitt, then 48, said he was not concerned about the unexpected pain because he exercised regularly, including doing cardio and … Continue reading “Symptoms Ignored Ahead of Near-Fatal ‘Widowmaker’ Heart Attack”
6 Things I Never Do To Protect My Heart Health As A Woman and Cardiologist
6 Things I Never Do To Protect My Heart Health As A Woman and Cardiologist Heart disease is the leading cause of death for men and women in the United States, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Yet, women are underrepresented in research studies on cardiovascular disease, and their heart disease has … Continue reading “6 Things I Never Do To Protect My Heart Health As A Woman and Cardiologist”
Study Says Vegetarian Diets May Significantly Reduce Risk of Cancer, Heart Disease And Death
Study Says Vegetarian Diets May Significantly Reduce Risk of Cancer, Heart Disease And Death A diet rich in plants and plant-based foods significantly lowers the risks of developing cancer, heart disease, and dying early from cardiovascular disease, according to a large study that involved 23 years of data. Dr. Angelo Capodici, of the University of … Continue reading “Study Says Vegetarian Diets May Significantly Reduce Risk of Cancer, Heart Disease And Death”
Fatty Liver Disease Is A Serious Risk
Fatty Liver Disease Is A Serious Risk Hypertension or high blood pressure is known as “the silent killer” because people who have it don’t have any symptoms. Besides hypertension, there is another medical condition with silent signs, and if left undetected, it can cause serious, if not fatal, harm. Nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH) can seriously affect … Continue reading “Fatty Liver Disease Is A Serious Risk”
Protein Power: How Much Is Good?
Protein Power: How Much Is Good? Proteins are essential to the body, but the question most often asked is how much you should consume daily. Nutrition experts say the amount of protein you need depends on many factors, such as your age, activity levels, gender, weight, and health status. The Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA) for … Continue reading “Protein Power: How Much Is Good?”
The 4 Biggest Early Warning Signs Before A Heart Attack or Stroke And Ways To Prevent Them
The 4 Biggest Early Warning Signs Before A Heart Attack or Stroke And Ways To Prevent Them Cardiovascular disease is one of the greatest threats to the health of Americans. Heart disease is the No. 1 cause of death in the United States, and stroke is the No. 5 cause of death, according to the … Continue reading “The 4 Biggest Early Warning Signs Before A Heart Attack or Stroke And Ways To Prevent Them”
The Secret To A Healthy Heart? It’s Not Running, Say Scientists
The Secret To A Healthy Heart? It’s Not Running, Say Scientists If you enjoy gardening, then you know the physical effort it takes to raise fruits and vegetables. Digging, planting, weeding, and watering are all part of the process, but it’s worth it when the produce comes out of the ground and onto your plate. … Continue reading “The Secret To A Healthy Heart? It’s Not Running, Say Scientists”
What Is High Blood Pressure By The Numbers?
What Is High Blood Pressure By The Numbers? More than 122 million people in the United States have high blood pressure. That’s nearly half of the adults 20 years old and older, according to a 2023 report from the American Heart Association. Those numbers could be even higher since many adults may not realize that … Continue reading “What Is High Blood Pressure By The Numbers?”
A Stroke Warning Sign?
A Stroke Warning Sign? Neurologists say “time is brain” when it comes to having a stroke. What they mean is every second counts when it comes to someone having a stroke. Delaying treatment places a person at a higher risk of coma or even death. An ischemic stroke, also called a “brain attack,” occurs when … Continue reading “A Stroke Warning Sign?”