The health benefits of omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs) have been well documented. Studies have found that these beneficial fats—found in oily fish such as salmon, mackerel, herring, and sardines—can help lower triglyceride levels, relieve symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis, and may even help reduce risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease andRead
An estimated 40 percent of the global adult population has high blood pressure, or hypertension, which puts people at risk of cardiovascular disease and other dangerous health conditions. Previous studies have connected the rising rates of hypertension to increased sugar consumption. The sweet stuff likely boosts blood pressure through manyRead
Atrial fibrillation—an irregular, often very rapid, heart rhythm—is a serious condition that can lead to blood clots, stroke, heart failure, or other cardiovascular complications. It primarily affects older adults, and more than 12 million people in the U.S. are expected to develop atrial fibrillation by 2030, according to the AmericanRead
A study published in Frontiers in Oral Health has identified a simple test that could predict future cardiovascular risk in young, healthy adults.
A new study published in BMJ Supportive & Palliative Care finds that an aromatherapeutic treatment with peppermint essential oil can help ease post-surgery pain.
A study in the American Heart Journal shows that high doses of vitamin D decrease the risk of atrial fibrillation, a common arrhythmia that leads to heart failure and stroke.
Australian researchers, writing in The BMJ, found that people who took vitamin D supplements had a lower risk of cardiovascular events, including myocardial infarction and stroke.
Nutrient deficiencies can be an important factor in cardiovascular health and disease. There has been growing evidence that copper deficiency as well as defective copper metabolism may be a major contributing factor to cardiovascular disease. Copper and Enzymes From an article from Healthline: At least 12 enzymes exist in theRead
Anticipating possible interactions between drugs and dietary supplements is a challenging area of integrative practice. When we think about interactions, we tend to envision risks associated with amplification of drug levels or adverse effects. However, some interactions reduce drug efficacy. Of these, pharmacokinetic interactions are the hardest to predict andRead
A study in the Journal of Lipid Research finds that phospholipids found in high-fat, high-cholesterol diets promote atherosclerosis via gut bacteria interactions with the immune system.
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