Diets to control high cholesterol are nutrition plans that help control this problem. They are a very important part of life for individuals who may have a family history of heart disease. Nutrition is important because this helps the person establish a good health regimen in order to lower cholesterol and maintain overall health. This […]

Medical science has developed lipid profile testing to determine a person’s risk of coronary heart disease. The tests that are taken make up a lipid panel test and they may include finding out the total cholesterol, the HDL cholesterol, the LDL cholesterol, and the triglycerides. The results will be based on the patient’s age, sex, […]

Foods good for lowering cholesterol are commonly found on the grocer’s shelf and in many people’s kitchens. Strategically adding these products to a person’s diet, however, is the key to affecting cholesterol levels in order to avoid heart disease. Food to lower cholesterol can be ingested that has been proven to help raise HDL and […]

Recipes for low cholesterol diet plans are key to keeping heart disease at bay and enjoying the total benefits of a healthy life style. Cholesterol found in the blood stream is a major contributing factor to high blood pressure that can lead to heart disease, heat attack, or stroke. Fortunately, high levels of the bad […]

Reversing congestive heart failure is a difficult road to follow, but provides renewed hope and health to previous sufferers of cardiac disorders. While some medical professionals do not believe in the actual reversal of a person’s chances of having repeated problems, others confidently prescribe medication and lifestyle changes that are proven to improve an individuals […]

Recognizing a heart disease symptom can sometimes mean life or death depending on the severity of the condition and the lifestyle of the person. When noticeable effects of cardiac conditions are apparent it is oftentimes too late to reverse the effects. Information on heart disease is widely available on the Internet, at the library, and […]

Symptoms of carotid artery blockage can be subtle and even invisible; nevertheless any sign of stroke can be devastating to continued function in normal life. Paralysis of any part of the body even for a short time can ultimately be devastating as symptoms of a mini stroke progress. Other indicators of further serious problems include […]

Benefits of Omega 3 Fatty Acids help to maintain heart health and prevent cardiovascular disease by decreasing triglyceride levels, arterial plaque, and reducing blood pressure. Eating plenty of fish provides excellent sources of protein and omega 3 fatty acids, especially salmon, mackerel, trout, herring, and albacore tuna. Other foods rich in omega 3 fatty acids […]

Cardiovascular risk factors are due to lifestyle choices, genetic disposition, and natural progression of life.  The higher the cholesterol level the greater the probability of cardiac problems and stroke.  Some risk factors for heart disease are unknown while others are uncommon or newly discovered, thus not widely known.  It is the uncommon and newly discovered […]

For the most part, cardiovascular disease prevention is a matter of making better lifestyle choices. Unfortunately, there is a segment of the population that has little control over cardiovascular disease. In recent years there have been a few highly fit and trained athletes who have succumbed to congenital heart disease. According to government statistics, most […]

Personal LDL cholesterol levels are of concern to many Americans who want to protect their heart and vascular system from disease and subsequent heart attacks, strokes and arteriosclerosis. Cholesterol is a natural substance that is produced by the liver as well as a substance that is found in many edible products including diary and meats. […]

A low cholesterol diet plan is the key to keeping high LDL, counts in the blood, under control and reducing the risks of heart disease and potential strokes. Choosing the right foods to eat can truly make a difference in protecting against these debilitating and even fatal conditions. Those with high cholesterol, or hypercholesterolemia, will […]

Rheumatic heart disease is caused by a condition called rheumatic fever and can occur after having strep throat with symptoms that may include aching of the joints, fever, and fatigue. One way to avoid this condition is by treating strep throat promptly with antibiotics. Rheumatic fever can cause damage to the heart valves leading to […]

Symptoms of a mini stroke may include double vision, dizziness, weakness, speech problems, trouble walking, sudden forgetfulness, and severe headache. Mini strokes are also known as TIA’s, transient ischemic attacks, usually not lasting but a few minutes and symptoms are temporary. In contrast, symptoms of a massive stroke are always more severe, last longer, and […]