Mark Twain Be careful about reading health books. You may die of a misprint
An historical resource for herbalists and physicians, this scented fruit inhibits “unfriendly” bacteria to keep the gut clean and healthy. Blueberries contain therapeutic agents lethal to bacteria, namely E.coli, and are a common folk remedy for urinary tract infections as well as diarrhoea. The tannins contained in the fruit are said to kill microbes. As [...]
Replacing saturated fats with healthier options can cut the risk of heart disease by a fifth, a US study says. The Harvard Medical School reports adds weight to the growing evidence about polyunsaturated fats, found in some fish and vegetable oils. The team analysed the findings from eight previous studies, covering more than 13,000 people, [...]
Aneurysm is a local widening (dilatation) in the wall of an artery, usually the aorta or a major artery. It may grow into a pulsating tumor and finally burst. This situation is important; aneurysm in chest, abdomen or head being most at risk. Where not due to excessive athletic performance, it is a sign that [...]
With abundant and balanced levels of essential fatty acids, flaxseed is acclaimed in history for its ability to prevent and combat many conditions. Today, the amazing health-giving virtues of flaxseed are recognized throughout the world. High in both omega-3 and omega-6 essential fatty acids (EFAs), flaxseeds are involved in systematic energy production, oxygen transfer and [...]
Obesity is an increasingly common condition in which a large amount of excess fat has accumulated in the body. An adult with a Body Mass Index (BMI) between 30 and 39.9 is classed as obese, and an adult with a BMI over 40 is classed as very obese (a BMI between 25 and 14.9 is [...]
Atherosclerosis is the accumulation of cholesterol and other fatty substances (lipids) in the wall of arteries, causing the arteries to narrow. Atherosclerosis can affect arteries in any area of the body and is a major cause of stroke, heart attack, and poor circulation in the legs. The arteries become narrowed when fatty substances carried in [...]
Cholesterol is a fat-like substance that is an important constituent of body cells and also is involved in the formation of hormones and bile salts. Cholesterol is made by the liver from various foods, especially those containing saturated fats, although a small amount is absorbed directly from cholesterol-rich foods such as eggs and shellfish. Both [...]
Aneurysm is an abnormal dilation (ballooning) of an artery caused by the pressure of blood flowing through a weakened area. The weakening may be due to disease, injury, or a congenital (present from birth) defect of the arterial wall. Aneurysm most commonly affect the aorta and arteries supplying the brain. ANEURYSM TYPES AND CAUSES The [...]
Angina pectoris is a pain in the chest that is a result of insufficient oxygen being carried to the heart muscle in the blood. The pain of angina pectoris usually occurs when the heart is working harder and requires more oxygen, such as during exercise or at times of stress. ANGINA PECTORIS CAUSES Inadequate blood [...]
Myocardial infarction is the sudden death of part of the heart muscle due to a blockage in the blood supply to that area of the heart. The disorder is popularly known as a heart attack. Myocardial infarction is fatal in about 25 per cent of cases. MYOCARDIAL INFARCTION CAUSES The usual cause is atherosclerosis of [...]