Vitamin C Deficiency Remains Hidden as Major Cause of Heart Attacks

Vitamin C deficiency remains hidden as a major cause of heart attacks, says Bill Sardi.

Researchers claim they have found why humans, but not other animals, are prone to heart attacks. News reports of this discovery are confusing because they errantly infer a gene mutation (CMAH gene), which eliminates internal synthesis of a sugar-like molecule called Neu5Gc (aka sialic acid), is what makes humans vulnerable to chronic inflammation that can lead to cancer and heart attacks. Read more

Saunas as Exhausting as a Workout

Good news for lazy people: Scientists discover that saunas raise blood pressure and heart rate just as much as a session on a rowing machine.

Saunas can be just as exhausting as a workout, research suggests.

A study found spending 25 minutes in a sauna raises a person's heart rate and blood pressure as much as a stint on a rowing machine.

These then fall once the sauna session is over, resulting in 'similar long-term positive effects to exercise'.

However, the researchers added saunas would not help people lose weight because there is no muscle activity involved. Read more

Drinking Tomato Juice Daily May Lower Blood Pressure and Cholesterol

Drinking tomato juice every day'may lower blood pressure and cholesterol in people at risk of heart disease.

Drinking unsalted tomato juice can reduce the risk of heart disease, new research claims.

Scientists found drinking one 200ml bottle every day lowered blood pressure and cholesterol in people at risk of the condition.

But critics today urged caution over the study, warning it didn't take into account other food and lifestyle choices. Read more

The 14 Best Dietary Supplements for Cardiovascular Health

Dr. Edward Group reveals the fourteen best dietary supplements for cardiovascular health.

Your heart is one organ you can’t live without. In times past, people actually considered the heart the seat of thought and emotion, rather than the brain.

As medical science progressed, experts realized that the heart does not house our thoughts, but rather delivers life-giving oxygen and nutrients throughout the body. As the heart pumps, it sends blood through your veins and arteries, acting as the central part of your cardiovascular system. Read more

Natural Remedies for a Healthy Heart

Although the medical establishment seems to be trying to get the entire adult population on statin drugs, there are plenty of natural ways to take care of your heart.

Preventing heart diseases should be America’s top concern when it comes to our health. That doesn’t mean turning to medication for a magic fix, but looking at natural remedies for a healthy heart. And that comes down to lifestyle, making good choices and developing the right habits. Read more

Cholesterol Con No Evidence High Levels of Bad Cholesterol Cause Heart Disease, Doctors Claim

Doctors from across the world appear to have dispelled the myth that there are links between having high LDL-C levels - known as bad cholesterol - and fatty deposits that clog arteries.

DOCTORS have found there is no evidence of a link between high levels of bad cholesterol and heart disease, a study says.

And with this claim, a number of leading cardiologists say statins, taken by millions of Brits to tackle cholesterol, don’t have any benefit. Read more

A Daily Glass of Wine Could Prevent Heart Attacks in Women

Drinking a glass of wine a day can help women live longer by making their hearts healthier A glass of wine a day could help you avoid a heart attack: Women drinkers have a lower risk of cardiac arrest than nondrinkers.

Women who drink a glass of wine every day have healthier hearts than those who do not touch a drop, a study suggests.

Researchers found women who regularly consume up to 14 units of alcohol steadily over the course of a week had a lower risk of heart disease than teetotallers or binge-drinkers.

Yet men who drink 21 units during each week – about nine pints of beer – had hearts no healthier than those who did not consume any alcohol. Read more

Eating Berries Reduces Risk of Dying From Heart Disease

The power of berries: Eating a handful every day reduces the risk of dying from heart disease by 40%, a study suggest.

Eating a handful of berries every day reduces people's risk of dying from heart disease by 40 per cent, new research suggests.

Antioxidants known as anthocyanins, which give the fruit their colour, lower the risk of the condition by improving artery stiffness, lowering blood pressure and reducing inflammation, a review of 25 studies found.

Some 16 per cent of heart related deaths in developed countries are caused by a low fruit intake, the UK research adds. Read more

4 Cups of Coffee a Day Could Help the Heart Grow Stronger and Repair Itself From Damage, Says Study

Coffee is beginning to rival cannabis for the number of its health benefits.

Pensioners should drink four cups of coffee a day to protect and repair their heart muscle, research suggests.

Levels of caffeine, equivalent to drinking four cups of coffee, could help to protect healthy blood vessels and repair the heart after a heart attack, a study claims. Read more

Clean Out Your Arteries the Easy Way

A recent study suggests that drinking a minimum of three cups of coffee daily may clean out your arteries.

Coffee is a widely consumed beverage, and several studies have explored its health benefits like supporting liver health. But can coffee help unclog arteries?

When your arteries become clogged as a result of cholesterol, it can be dangerous for your heart. Not only does your heart have to work harder to circulate blood, but in some cases, the clog can break off and find its way elsewhere in the body such as the lungs or brain. Read more

Simple Exercises and Yoga Poses for Blood Circulation

Good blood circulation is essential to good health. These simple exercises and yoga poses can help keep the blood flowing.

Poor circulation is often the result of living a sedentary lifestyle. A very easy and natural way to get your circulation going once again is to boost your activity level. If you work at an occupation where you are sitting for a prolonged period, that too can make your circulation sluggish. Read more

Get Hot! How Saunas Benefit Your Cardiovascular System

Dr. Joseph Mercola reveals how saunas can benefit your cardiovascular health and fitness.

Sweating is a biological imperative that has a wide range of health benefits. In fact, unless you have untreated hypothyroidism, sweating is one of the indicators that will tell you that you are effectively doing a high-intensity exercise. Science has shown sweating it out in a sauna can also help:1 Read more

Vitamin D an Inexpensive Alternative to Heart Drugs, Say Scientists

Scientists have discovered that vitamin D repairs and prevents damage to the heart caused by diabetes and high blood pressure.

Vitamin D is an 'inexpensive solution' to drugs as scientists discover the sunshine supplement repairs and prevents damage to the heart caused by diabetes and high blood pressure.

The sunshine supplement stimulates the production of nitric acid, which is involved in regulating blood flow and preventing the formation of blood clots, according to the first study of its kind. Read more

Why You Need to Eat More Fat

Hopefully, you're not still trying to follow the debunked low-fat diet. Eating more good fats is what can lower your heart disease risk.

Many people fear the word fat, as it has a negative connotation. We are bombarded by packages that say “low fat,” “reduced fat,” or “no fat,” which clearly goes to show that as a society, we don’t want fat anywhere near us. But in actuality, we need fat, and knowing which fat to eat can go a long way in improving our health. Read more

Eat Walnuts to Avoid Heart Disease, Cancer, and Dementia

A Louisiana State University study suggests that eating walnuts may help prevent heart disease, cancer, and dementia.

Eating a small bag of walnuts a day can reduce our risk of heart disease, cancer and dementia, according to new research.

Just two ounces – about 28 walnut halves, or a small bag – improve digestive health by nourishing friendly bacteria in the gut, helping them multiply. Read more

10 Ways to Improve Blood Circulation

Blood circulation is your most important bodily function. Here are ten ways to improve it.

Our circulatory system supplies our entire body with oxygenated blood. The cells in the body need oxygen to function normally. The circulation of blood also allows for the delivery of nutrients, hormones, and other important factors. If blood floor were to be impeded in any way, it would compromise not only our tissues but our ability to live.

The following are various ways you can maintain your blood circulation, helping improve overall health and well-being.

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How to Reverse Heart Disease Without Drugs

Hesh Goldstein reveals how to reverse heart disease without drugs.

Most of us are used to the age-old saying “Live and learn,” but when you’re providing care to people with preventable chronic disease, you realize very quickly that we don’t have that luxury indefinitely. So, that saying changes to “Learn and live.”

In the next 20 years, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) projects that heart disease deaths will increase sharply.1

In that same time, the AHA estimates that the percentage of the US population living with heart disease will reach over 40%. Read more

What Causes Poor Circulation in the Hands?

Emily Lunardo examines the causes of poor circulation in the hands and how to improve it.

Poor circulation in the hands can occur when you have poor circulation overall. While most cases of poor circulation have prominent effects on the legs and feet, the hands are not immune.

Generalized conditions resulting in poor circulation, such as atherosclerosis or peripheral artery disease, can sometimes lead to poor circulation in the hands. There are other causes that are more specific to this body part. Read more

How to Clear Blocked Arteries Naturally Without Surgery

Cleared blocked arteries in a few weeks with this homemade drink that is both inexpensive and easy to prepare.

Sit Right for Your Heart

Research suggests that excessive sitting can be dangerous to your health. If you have to sit for prolonged periods of time, here are seven ways to improve your circulation and be more comfortable.

When you think about it, most of our waking hours are spent sitting. It’s become very characteristic of the modern lifestyle, with all these computers, remote controls, and cars. Being a comfortable posture, sitting is addictive. And just like all other addictions, it can be dangerous to your health. Read more