Researchers Identify New Way To Reduce Cholesterol Levels
Just in time for the holidays, McGill researchers have identified a new way to reduce fat and cholesterol levels in the body.
Race May Affect Weight And Fitness Level
Race may play an important role in determining a person's obesity and fitness levels, shows a new study.
Anger, Negative Emotions May Trigger Stroke
Anger and other negative emotions may be triggers for ischemic stroke, according to a study published in the December 14 issue of Neurology.
Strokes: Dental X-Rays Reveal More Than Cavities
Dental visits usually result in patient recommendations to floss or reschedule more appointments to treat a cavity, however, some patients are learning they may be at risk for a stroke too.
Aspirin Underused To Reduce Heart Disease Risk In Diabetic Women And Young Adults
Women and people under 50 who have diabetes are not using aspirin, despite the fact that it has been found an effective and inexpensive means to reduce risk of first and subsequent heart attack.
New Stroke Prevention Therapy As Effective As Invasive Surgery
Angioplasty and stenting, the same techniques used to clear arteries blocked by heart disease, can also be used on the carotid artery to prevent stroke.
Study Shows Difference In Cardiovascular Effects Between Vioxx And Celebrex
Researchers found a greater risk of heart attack associated with Vioxx than Celebrex.
Researcher Breaks Down Cholesterol Mystery
Scientist: chylomicrons gather on arterial walls and may be as dangerous or more dangerous than low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol in causing strokes and heart attacks.
Prevention of Heart Disease Should Begin in Childhood
The metabolic syndrome, a collection of disorders that often precedes diabetes, has been rising steadily among adolescents and adults over the past two decades.
Short-Term Exercise Significantly Increases Insulin Action, While Cardiovascular Disease Risk Factors Trend Downward
Carefully controlling the amount of food and drink that formerly sedentary, overweight people ingest during and after short-term exercise has a significant impact on insulin action
Lipids Vary By Race, Gender
When it comes to lipid profiles, it appears that African-Americans and women have it better than whites and men.
One In 6 Chronically Ill Adults Skip Rx Drugs Due To Cost
Skimping most common among those who pay the most out-of-pocket, earn the least, or don't have prescription drug coverage.
New Data Validate The Low-Glycemic Diet
A carefully controlled animal study provides clear evidence that a low-glycemic-index diet can lead to weight loss, reduced body fat, and reduction in risk factors for diabetes and cardiovascular disease.
Blueberry Compound Shows Promise Of Lowering Cholesterol As Effectively As Drug
A compound in blueberries shows promise of lowering cholesterol as effectively as a commercial drug and has the potential for fewer side effects.
Study Shows Red Wine More Heart-Healthy Than Gin
When the choice is red wine or gin, choose red wine – at least when considering your heart's health.
NCEP Updates Guidelines For Treatment Of Blood Cholesterol
NCEP suggests that people at risk for heart attack and stroke would benefit from more intensive cholesterol-lowering therapies.
