 Category: Heart Disease
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[ 2007-02-03 ]
Over the years, people tend to associate high blood cholesterol to be a cause of heart disease. However, most people do not know the following fact. Total blood cholesterol, which includes both HDL (good) and LDL (bad) cholesterol, is a very inaccurate indicator of heart disease risk. by Ng Peng Hock
[ 2007-02-02 ]
We usually view sugar as some white crystalline stuff that usually attracts ants if we do not keep them properly. But in reality, it is more than just that... by Knut Holt
[ 2007-02-01 ]
Here is a survey of measures to prevent coronary heart disease, heart infarction and other types of heart attack. by Ng Peng Hock
[ 2007-02-01 ]
More importantly, you need not starve as the GI diet comprises of a balanced combination of proteins, carbohydrates and good fats. by Ng Peng Hock
[ 2007-01-30 ]
Some health professionals and experts do believe that a low-glycemic load diet, coupled with multivitamin, chromium and cinnamon, plus moderate amount of exercise usually can reverse this condition. by Ng Peng Hock
[ 2007-01-29 ]
Unexplained sudden death of apparently healthy young men in their sleep is rare in the West but more common in South-East Asian countries and Japan. These men are called... by Asma D
[ 2007-01-27 ]
Cholesterol can be both good and bad however in many cases, high level of Cholesterol is always dangerous. So it becomes necessary to know how it affects your health and how to manage your blood cholesterol levels. Understanding the facts about cholesterol will help you take better care of your heart and live a healthier life, also it may reduce your risk for heart attack and stroke. by Ng Peng Hock
[ 2007-01-26 ]
Mathematically, the risk is very small: Runner dying from a heart attack during marathon is about 1 in 50,000. But, does racing 42 km put a heart at risk? by Ng Peng Hock
[ 2007-01-25 ]
Data collected showed that at least 59 of the United States’ 250 children’s hospitals have fast-food restaurants. This may give 2 different messages... by Ng Peng Hock
[ 2007-01-24 ]
A stroke left the right side of Steve’s body paralyzed. Even a few sessions before the 40 sessions prescribed for stroke patients, he has already begun to return to normal life. by Ng Peng Hock
[ 2007-01-23 ]
Diet, as part of a healthy lifestyle, plays an important role in maintaining one’s healthy body. It will help reduce chances of getting many health issues, including diabetes, hypertension, obesity, high cholesterol, etc that may ultimately lead to the risk of heart disease. by Ng Peng Hock
[ 2007-01-22 ]
Besides hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, scarring of heart and serious blockage of a few blood vessels supplying blood to the heart that can make athletes die instantly, there are also other rare causes including... by Ng Peng Hock
[ 2007-01-19 ]
Asians face a high risk of developing high blood pressure, high blood cholesterol, high blood lipids, and diabetes even while they have relatively low levels of BMI. These risk factors can in turn lead to disease such as heart attack or stroke if they are not detected and treated early. by Ng Peng Hock
[ 2007-01-18 ]
A 20-year-old young man, Richard (not his real name) considered he was given a very special present – a new heart a new life, when he... by Ng Peng Hock
[ 2007-01-17 ]
Most health researchers have usually attributed the correlation between adults’ and children’s diets to parental influence. Interestingly, a report, released in the early Jan 2007 in the Journal of the American Board of Family Medicine, revealed otherwise... by Ng Peng Hock
[ 2007-01-16 ]
Smoking can help one stays slim. Are you sure? Unfortunately, yes and it is a common belief among teenage girls. Read more to find out why...
by Ng Peng Hock
[ 2007-01-15 ]
It is important to get enough B vitamins to balance sugar levels but relying solely on B-complex supplement alone will not solve the problem. Medication should be taken but meanwhile one should... by Ng Peng Hock
[ 2007-01-12 ]
It is important that an obese individual should seek proper advice from medical doctor or professional health personnel on how to lose weight, especially when he or she already has some medical disorders. Diet, exercise, and behavioral therapy are the three essential elements for any treatment of obesity. by Ng Peng Hock
[ 2007-01-11 ]
Can I travel if I have heart disease? This is a common question that people will ask, especially if they have intention to travel by air. It can safely be done, provided few precautions are taken. by Ng Peng Hock
[ 2007-01-10 ]
Cardiac rehabilitation is an integral part of the cardiovascular continuum. Secondary prevention is extremely essential as this prevents a recurrence or further complications such as heart failure after a heart attack. However, only few patients... by Ng Peng Hock
[ 2007-01-09 ]
Exercise is a good habit that will bring us many health benefits. It plays an important role in the prevention of heart disease, diabetes, high cholesterol, obesity, and many other diseases. However, it may also get one into trouble especially when he or she has not exercised for a long time. by Ng Peng Hock
[ 2007-01-08 ]
Sportsmen, especially those renowned in their respective fields will certainly attract media attention and will create doubts to some people: if these super-fit individuals can die suddenly, is there any point in exercising? by Ng Peng Hock
[ 2007-01-05 ]
Although he has never fully regained his speech and mobility, qigong has helped him to forget his bitterness about the stroke improved his mobility, and allowed him to... by Ng Peng Hock
[ 2007-01-04 ]
Hypertension can lead to a number of complications including stroke, heart failure, kidney failure, and heart attack. Therefore, it is important that we understand how it is developed and how to treat it. by Ng Peng Hock
[ 2007-01-03 ]
It is estimated that more than half of the people aged 65 and above around the world have some form of hypertension, or high blood pressure. Hypertension is a common condition in older people. by Ng Peng Hock
[ 2007-01-02 ]
Sudden cardiac death is sudden and unexpected with death occurring within minutes after collapse. It is more common to older folks with serious heart ailments although it sometimes does happen to those young and healthy people with no outward sign of heart disease. by Ng Peng Hock
[ 2007-01-01 ]
Though it is still not very clear what causes the metabolic syndrome, it seems that overweight does play a very important role. The syndrome is clearly more commonly found in those people who are overweight than in those who are not. Even if one has the metabolic syndrome, he or she should not worry too much. Why? by Ng Peng Hock
[ 2006-12-29 ]
When metabolic syndrome was revealed in the early 20th century, it was known that high blood pressure, diabetes, being overweight and having abnormal levels of lipids (fats) in the blood were associated with increased risk of heart disease. by Ng Peng Hock
[ 2006-12-28 ]
An increase in blood (plasma) volume and a fall in blood pressure are usually observed in normal pregnancy. So when any pregnant woman’s blood pressure is above the normal range, it is abnormal. by Ng Peng Hock
[ 2006-12-27 ]
Coronary heart disease (CHD) is the most common cause of mortality and morbidity in the elderly. In western countries, it accounts for 80 – 85 percent of all cardiac deaths in older people. by Ng Peng Hock
[ 2006-12-26 ]
Heart disease often destroys lives, particularly heart attack that can strike suddenly and without warning. It is estimated that half of all people who suffer a heart attack may die even without reaching hospital for treatment. People who survive from heart attacks are often disable both mentally and physically. by John Goh Goh
[ 2006-12-25 ]
Heart disease is caused by atherosclerosis or hardening of the arteries. Coconut oil protects the arteries from injury caused by bacteria, viruses and free radicals. By protecting the arteries from further damage, coconut oil prevents heart disease and allows the body to heal the arterial walls. by Ng Peng Hock
[ 2006-12-22 ]
Trans fat is now blamed as bad stuff that increases LDL (bad cholesterol) and simultaneously reduces HDL (good cholesterol). Foods with trans fat are everywhere. Besides candy, noodles, cookies, chips, there are hundreds of processed supermarket products contain it in different amounts. by
[ 2006-12-22 ]
Training for a marathon is an ideal place to improve the skills needed to achieve success in business: strategy, clear objectives, and a positive attitude. These techniques are also crucial to completing a marathon. Without them, even the most fanatically fit athlete is doomed to fail. Through physical training we can develop and master these skills.
by Ng Peng Hock
[ 2006-12-21 ]
Family history, obesity, lack of exercise, and unhealthy diet can cause one to develop such disease. If it is not managed properly, it may result in complications such as kidney failure, blindness, and neuropathy. Diabetics are also at a higher risk to develop heart disease. by Ng Peng Hock
[ 2006-12-19 ]
It is known that smoking is a risk factor of heart disease. But, do you really know what smoking can offer you? Perhaps the facts stated hereafter will give you some clues... by Ng Peng Hock
[ 2006-12-18 ]
What is hypertension? It may sound very familiar and most of us will simply answer: it means high blood pressure. But, how many of us can really understand its hidden dangers? by Ng Peng Hock
[ 2006-12-15 ]
Drug-coated stents have hailed as a major advance just 3 years ago are now being blamed to cause blood clots and other complications in certain high-risk cases and patients. by Ng Peng Hock
[ 2006-12-13 ]
Obesity in schoolchildren has increased in the last decade. The impact of obesity is that more children are now with Type 2 or lifestyle diabetes as a result of their diets and less exercise. This is a worldwide problem that is not to be overlooked because diabetes and obesity are two of the leading risk factors of heart disease. by Ng Peng Hock
[ 2006-12-12 ]
Heart health needs not deteriorate when you grow older. You must focus on the impact of heart disease and the risk factors in order to help prolong your heart’s youth. by Ng Peng Hock
[ 2006-12-11 ]
Diabetes is a common chronic disease that could possibly lead to heart disease, if it is not appropriately controlled. When one passes the age of 40 and has.... by Ng Peng Hock
[ 2006-12-08 ]
A screening program using 12-lead ECG for young athletes in Italy has reduced the sudden cardiac deaths by almost 90 percent, according to a report from Heartwise. by Ng Peng Hock
[ 2006-12-07 ]
In 1950s and 1960s, trans fat was hailed as a healthy replacement for saturated fat in butter and animal fat. It was also used because of its ability to extend shelf life for products. 30 years later, why it is now crowned as a bad stuff that could shorten life for those who eat it? by Ng Peng Hock
[ 2006-12-05 ]
More and more people especially working adults do not have sufficient physical activity either due to tight work schedules or unhealthy lifestyles. This increases their risk of getting heart disease, stroke, and cancer. by Ng Peng Hock
[ 2006-11-26 ]
Diabetes is a metabolic disorder that reduces a person’s immunity. It can lead to heart disease, and it may also affect some organs of the body, such as the eyes. by Ng Peng Hock
[ 2006-11-25 ]
The major causes of heart failure, according to cardiologist, are coronary artery disease, high blood pressure, cardiomyopathy, and valvular heart disease. by Ng Peng Hock
[ 2006-11-24 ]
It is not easy to diagnose CHD in women who develop chest pain more often than men. The chances for these chest pains to progress to heart attack are rare. by Ng Peng Hock
[ 2006-11-22 ]
The interest in Vitamins A, C, and E stems from their antioxidant properties. Antioxidants interfere with the complex process through which LDL cholesterol starts plaque formation. by Ng Peng Hock
[ 2006-11-21 ]
For whatever reasons to go on diet, one should take note that a healthy diet is the key to weight loss and not the type of diet. by Ng Peng Hock
[ 2006-11-20 ]
A recent study revealed that an herbal therapy that has been used for thousands of years may help control blood sugar levels in people suffering from Type-2 diabetes. Milk thistle, a flowering herb, contains several chemicals with possible medical effects. |
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