Published: December 09, 2008
Millions of people have hypertension (the proper medical label for the commonly named condition of High Blood Pressure) and it’s possible that an even greater number are at risk for the disease.
Published: September 18, 2008
If you are at risk of developing heart disease, or have recently been diagnosed with heart disease or high blood pressure, it’s important to know that dietary changes can make a huge difference in your current and future health status. To protect your heart and keep it strong and functioning for years to come, consider making these diet modifications.
Published: December 29, 2008
Cardiovascular disease is a classification for a group of illnesses that occur in the cardiovascular system. This can include heart attacks, strokes, heart failure, high blood pressure and coronary artery disease. This term is also sometimes referred to as heart disease because it has to do with illnesses in the arteries of the heart; just like all of the illnesses listed above. If you have been put at risk for developing cardiovascular disease or it runs in your family, it is a good idea to touch base with the details about it.
Published: October 15, 2008
Hypertension is also known as high blood pressure. Many Americans have been diagnosed with this illness and it can lead to more serious health risks, like heart attack and stroke. When you are finding out whether or not you have hypertension, the doctor will measure how much blood your heart is pumping to your arteries. If your heart is pumping a lot of blood and your arteries are fairly thin, then the higher your blood pressure level will be.
Published: September 29, 2008
Progesterone’s effect on cardiovascular health is becoming a topic of interest among researchers, who are beginning to realize that the effects of the synthetic progestins on heart function are dramatically different from those of natural progesterone. In short, while progestins can cause heart spasms and cardiac disease, progesterone can protect the heart.
Published: November 17, 2008
November is Pulmonary Hypertension Awareness month. Hypertension is also known as high blood pressure. Many Americans have been diagnosed with this illness and it can lead to more serious health risks, like heart attack and stroke. Not many people know or see the signs of hypertension, which can end up getting worse over time if it is left untreated. Individuals not yet diagnosed with hypertension and who are over 55 have a 90% chance of developing it. Hypertension can easily be detected and treated, but it is up to you to get regular checkups, so that you can nip the problem in the bud.
