September 2009
Dark Chocolate for Heart Health
Medical science is actually telling us to eat dark chocolate for heart health. How is this possible? Up until now, we’ve always thought chocolate was bad for us!
March 2009
Can Hair Loss in Men Be a Sign of Heart Disease
Some men s hair loss may not be caused because of heredity but rather their cardiovascular system. You may be asking, quot;what are the signs of heart problems in men and can they be corrected before it is too late? quot; Here we will examine hair loss and heart conditions in men.
January 2009
Don t Go Breaking Your Heart
Recent studies have shown that inflammation is closely linked to many health disorders including cancer, diabetes, DNA damage, and heart disease.
December 2008
Heart Disease, Lung Cancer and COPD - The 3 Causes of Death
Smoking, whether it is cigarettes, cigars or a pipe, is strongly linked to developing health conditions such as heart disease and lung cancer. Besides these serious diseases, smoking may also be the cause of COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease).
November 2008
What is the Gensona Heart Health Genetic Test?
In the last decade, studies in men and women have shown that inflammation is an important risk factor for heart disease, perhaps equal in importance to unhealthy cholesterol levels . Recent scientific discoveries indicate that some of the risk for cardiovascular disease, including heart attacks, is due to variations in the genes that we inherit.
October 2008
Does Green Tea Lower Heart Disease Risk?
All right, this green tea article has been hanging over my head for too long. I just couldn t get motivated to wade through all the research to determine if yes, this is an effective way to lower cholesterol and prevent heart disease, or no, it s just a lot of hype.
What Causes A Heart Attack?
The heart is a muscular pump that needs a continuous supply of oxygen. It obtains oxygen from the blood, which flows to the heart muscle through arteries on the heart s surface. These arteries are called the coronary arteries.
Using a Heart Rate Monitor to Get Fit
A heart rate monitor is a device that can be used for measuring the real time heart rate of an individual. There are two basic components of a heart rate monitor; the chest strap and wrist receiver/watch. Heart rate monitors have proved to be a great aid in exercise and workout routines. It allows an individual to maintain a proper balance between
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