Our bodies control their temperatures because the chemical reactions we operate generally work best within a specific temperature range. When the temperature rises, our bodies use evaporation (sweating) and radiation to keep us cool (directing more blood flow to the skin). While these cooling systems are beneficial, they have limitations. Excessive heat, especially when combined […]
Among the G7 countries, Japan has the highest life expectancy at birth. The Japanese have a longer life expectancy due to fewer deaths from ischemic heart disease, including myocardial infarction and cancer. This exceptional longevity is explained by a low obesity rate and a distinct diet that includes little red meat and a lot of […]
Is it unavoidable that if you have diabetes, you’ll have heart disease? Traditional teaching said that it was, or at the very least that it was extremely likely — if you were diagnosed with diabetes, you were immediately classified as “high risk.” Recent evidence suggests, however, that with a little effort, you can remain out […]
High blood pressure affects 46 percent of adults in the United States or more than 100 million people. And it’s a genuine danger. High blood pressure raises the risk of heart attack, heart failure, stroke, renal failure, and various other life-threatening medical conditions. High blood pressure kills nearly 1,000 people every day in the United […]
If you have any heart disorder, you need to keep an AED machine with you all the time. It is readily available on AED superstores also in stores online. Okay, coming back to the topic, as you read this, what are you doing? Do you want a cup of coffee? Are you taking a break […]
Salt serves several purposes in the human body. If you consume too much salt, however, more water will remain in your blood vessels, increasing your blood volume. Your heart has to work harder to pump blood around your body when your blood volume rises. High blood pressure and heart disease can result from the added […]
You may have heard that taking fish oil or another omega-3 supplement is beneficial to heart health. Many individuals in the United States take omega-3 supplements, primarily to avoid heart attacks and strokes. If you have any heart disorder, you need to keep an AED machine with you all the time. It is readily available […]
You’re right to be concerned about your high blood pressure. For a reason, high blood pressure is known as the “silent killer.” Although high blood pressure does not usually cause symptoms, it hurts our health. Every day in the United States, high blood pressure is the primary or contributing cause of more than 1,300 deaths. […]
Cold exposure causes blood vessels to constrict and increase blood pressure, heart rate, and heart muscle work. The combination of cold and exertion puts the cardiovascular system under even more strain. Cold temperatures are linked to an increased risk of myocardial infarction and sudden cardiac mortality, as well as increased heart symptoms (angina, arrhythmias). When […]
Cholesterol is a naturally occurring chemical produced by the body. The liver produces the majority of the cholesterol in our circulation (75%), with the remaining 25% coming from the foods we eat. We all know that high blood cholesterol levels are bad for your health, yet the proper amounts of cholesterol are essential for maintaining […]