Arteries
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Hey, Mom! How Are My Arteries?We know that adults face the problem of plaque buildup in their arteries, causing them to become narrow. But, kids? Are they at risk? -
Calcium Score Too High for CT Angiogram to Show Arteries?Suppose you've been wanting a CT angiogram, but because of your very high calcium score, all that calcification in your arteries would obscure the images on the CT angiogram. What should you do? -
The Hardening of ArteriesArteriosclerosis, or the hardening of the arteries, is a disorder that can make life a challenge, and here are some facts about it.
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Can Stress Test Miss Severely Blocked Coronary Arteries?If your stress test was normal, does this mean you can't possibly have severely blocked coronary arteries? -
Outpatient Angioplasty: New Treatment for Unclogging Blocked ArteriesWhen plaque begins to build up in the arteries they harden and prevent the passage of this blood rich oxygen. This can result in a stroke or heart attack. With the advancements made in medicine, Angioplasty is a solution in giving back peoples lives.
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Do This Test to Find Out If You Have Stiff ArteriesAre you not very flexible? If not, you may have stiff arteries too, a condition that can lead to heart attacks and stroke. Find out more about arterial stiffness and trunk flexibility - and a simple test you can do at home.
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Can Certain Pomegranate Combinations Help Reverse Hardening of Your Carotid Arteries?Can pomegranate alone or combined with Super Glisodin® Super Oxide Dismutase (SOD) help to reverse the thickening of your carotid arteries that may come with aging?
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Fat Around Heart Indicates Diseased Coronary ArteriesThe layer of fat around your heart can tell a lot about the health of your coronary arteries...
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Can You Have Blocked Coronary Arteries yet Low Calcium Score?Are you planning on getting a coronary calcium score exam, and wondering if a low calcium score could result even if you have blocked arteries?
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Two Supplements May Reverse Plaque in Coronary ArteriesTwo supplements may actually reverse buildup of plaque in coronary arteries.
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Benefits of Garlic for Blocked ArteriesGarlic is among the most used herb in food dishes, but did you know that preliminary scientific studies have found garlic can actually help treat and prevent plaque accumulation in your arteries?
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How Exercise Protects Your Arteries After a High-Fat MealIf you slip up and eat too much fat for dinner, don’t beat yourself up. Take a brisk walk instead. A new study shows that exercising after a high-fat meal could help to protect your arteries against damage that can lead to heart disease. Find out more.
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Benefits of Vinegar for Hardened and Blocked ArteriesAccording to initial studies, vinegar has shown promise in regards to removing and preventing plaque development along artery walls; however, further research is required to determine the true value of vinegar for hard arteries.
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Young, Healthy, with Clogged ArteriesDo you think only old people have clogged arteries? Think again. -
Anatomy of the Blood Vessels: Arteries, Veins & CapillariesTo better understand the circulatory system, the blood vessels within the circulatory system should be understood first. Here, we review arteries, veins and capillaries.
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Major Arteries of the Human Body: A Brief ReviewThere are numerous arteries within the human body. Here is a brief review of the more major arteries in the human body and their functions.
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Using Herbs to Dissolve Calcium in the ArteriesBuildup of calcium in our arteries can cause serious medical conditions. Fortunately, there may be some herbal remedies that can help with this problem.
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Bill Clinton Goes Vegan After His Surgically Cleared Arteries Start to Re-clogAfter a lifetime of McDonalds, other excesses and two heart surgeries, Bill Clinton has become a vegan. He hopes a plant based diet will prevent his arteries from re-clogging. -
How Angioplasty Cleans Out Plugged ArteriesAtherosclerosis is the medical condition where fatty tissue clogs the arteries. When medication and lifestyle changes aren't enough, an angioplasty surgery jumps into the action.
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Study Shows Some Obese Kids Have the Arteries of a 45-Year-OldUltrasounds of obese children as young as 10 show that some of them have arteries and other heart abnormalities of a 45-year-old.
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Artery Health: You're as Young as Your ArteriesEvery part of your anatomy's health is directly affected by your arteries' health.
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Transposition of the Great ArteriesTransposition of the Great Arteries, also known as Transposition of the Great Vessels, is a serious congenital heart defect.
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Arteriosclerosis- Hardening of the ArteriesArteriosclerosis occurs when your arteries become narrowed or blocked by fatty deposits, which can lead to dangerous conditions such as stroke, heart attack, blood clots to the lungs, and circulation problems.
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Researchers Find that Pollution Can Harden and Clog ArteriesIn a new research study published in the journal Genome Biology, researchers have found that air pollution can lead to inflammatory events that can eventually harden and clog arteries. -
Chelation Therapy as an Aid to Clogged ArteriesChelation therapy is a type of therapy available nowadays that helps lessen the clogged formation in the arteries known as atherosclerosis.
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Obese Children May Already Have Stiff ArteriesObesity during childhood is more than a cosmetic problem. A new study shows that obese children may already have stiff arteries - a precursor to heart disease and heart attack.
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Who Else Wants Clogged Arteries Via Potluck?This article explores a recent interview on NPR radio. The author introducted traditional potluck recipes that are in his new cookbook. After hearing the program, I inquire of you - Who else wants clogged arteries via potluck? -
You Can Be Thin, Vegetarian, Run Marathons, and Still Have Hypertension and Calcified ArteriesYou can be thin, vegetarian, a marathon runner and still have your arteries calcified. Is too much exercise harmful? -
Understanding Blood Vessels: What Are Arteries, Capillaries and Veins?Three of the major ways blood travels is through arteries, capillaries, and veins. Each type of vessel serves a unique purpose and is responsible for its own function.
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Can Pomegranate Juice And/or Pulp Be Used to Help Clean Out Clogged Arteries?Can you reverse hardening of the arteries somewhat with pomegranate juice and/or pulp? -
How Women Can Recognize the Warning Sign of a Small Blockage in One of the Two Main Coronary ArteriesThe body sends warnings when a woman has a small blockage in one of the two main coronary arteries. Do you know what to look for?
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Which Blood Type is Most Efficient at Removing Bad LDL Cholesterol Build-up of Fatty Animal Protein Diets from Your Arteries?Different blood types, body shapes, genetic signatures/expressions, and metabolic responses act differently on various foods. -
Can Cayenne Pepper Treat Clogged Arteries?Cayenne pepper is a common ingredient found in food; however, scientific studies have found that this standard ingredient actually has medicinal qualities, which may be able to reduce plaque accumulation.
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Are There Any Risks of Calcifying Your Brain, Heart, and Arteries from Taking Too Much Vitamin D?What are the latest research studies saying about vitamin D? -
Lean Meat & Poultry for a Healthy Diet & Carotid ArteriesPreparing meals that are healthy for the entire family need not be a chore. Healthy eating starts with making great choices at your local butchers shop or grocery store. -
Apple Cider Vinegar Uses: Could This Really Melt Cholesterol in Your Arteries?A means to actually melt fat, mucus and cholesterol keeping you Heart Smart. If you tend to get colds easily or have allergies that produce mucus you need to read this! -
Wheat Germ Can Be Your Arteries's Best FriendShows how wheat germ can help in lowering cholesterol and ways to include it in the diet.
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Trans Fats Out, but We're Still Clogging Our ArteriesWhile many food companies have begun phasing out the harmful trans fats, many are simply replacing them with saturated fats -- also an unhealthy choice. Will the American's Heart Association new campaign help us finally make the wise choice?
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Fish Oil May Benefit Your ArteriesResearchers and Scientists from Columbia have found that a diet rich in fish oils can prevent the accumulation of fat in the aorta, the main artery leaving the heart.
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High Blood Pressure Causes and RemediesHigh blood pressure or hypertension is what is defined as high pressure in the arteries. Arteries are the vessels that carry blood from the heart to the rest of the body.
