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Heighten Cardiovascular Health With Arjuna
Heart disease is the number one killer of people in the US. So, one should to be concerned about what is needed to avoid being a victim of heart disease.
You might be wondering if there is a natural remedy that can serve as a preventative or relieve or reduce the symptoms of cardiovascular disease. Is [...]
What Does An Abnormal EKG Mean
EKGs are used as a preventative measure for people who have a family history of heart disease.If a patient complains of chest pain or irregular heart beat the doctor will probably do an EKG.
An abnormal EKG is determined by comparing the results of the EKG ordered for you with a normal EKG. [...]
Can A Patient Actually Grow Heart Cells
Recently researchers have successfully grown master heart cells in a test tube and used them to significantly improve heart function in lab mice. This is an amazing achievement a promising discovery in the fight against cardiovascular disease.
Scientists everywhere have been trying to find stem cells that can be used to repair or replace damaged [...]
Learn The Signs Of Aortic Stenosis
Aortic stenosis is a condition that causes obstruction of blood flow between the left ventricle and the aorta. There are different causes, including obstruction at the valve itself, or narrowing of the aorta above the valve.
The most common form of aortic stenosis is obstruction at the valve itself.
Patients with aortic stenosis are usually [...]
Is Kawasaki Disease Dangerous
Kawasaki Disease (KD) is also called “muco-cutaneous lymph node syndrome.” The cause of Kawasaki Disease has not known.
Kawasaki Disease, usually after a period of time and even without consulting a doctor, resolves itself and the patient is fine. Without consulting a doctor, however, potential serious complications may develop and may not be recognized.
Kawasaki Disease [...]
Learning What A Holter Monitor Is
A Holter monitor is a device that gives a 24-hour recording of the electrical activity of the heart. The monitor is used as a diagnostic tool to record the rate and rhythm of the heart.
Irregularities in heart beat, such as fast heart rate, slow heart rate and abnormal rhythms of the heart will be [...]
What Are The Treatment Options For Heart Disease
Two of the most common indications of heart disease are chest pain and myocardial heart attack.
The chest pain felt in heart disease occurs because blocked arteries prevent an adequate supply of oxygen and nutrients from reaching the heart. The main causes of chest pain can be: increased physical effort, emotional stress, exposure to [...]
Can Barley Help Prevent Heart Disease
According to American Heart Association, at least 13 million Americans are diagnosed with heart disease. Each year, nearly half a million loose their lives to heart disease. Coronary heart disease is a global killer that can restrict blood flow and lead to chest pain and heart attacks. That is why people are advised [...]
Use Green Tea To Help Prevent Atherosclerosis
Heart disease and atherosclerosis are a great health concern but if one adds Green Tea they can lessen the worry.
Green tea is one of the most under-recognized ways to better ones health. Green tea is rich in anti-oxidants, just like fruits and vegetables. There have been many studies that have concluded that green [...]
Keep Cardiovascular Disease At Bay With Fish Oil
Exciting research undertaken to assess the benefits of fish oil in helping to prevent cardiovascular disease indicates that the omega-3 fatty acids in fish oil is promising.
The research has shown that it may certainly reduce the risks of it. In particular, clinical studies have shown that omega-3 fatty acids help to lower triglycerides. As [...]