Cutting Edge Research Made Easy
by Linda Woolven, B.A., Master Herbalist, Acupuncturist and Ted Snider, B.Ed., M.A.
Cardiovascular disease is a leading cause of death globally. Around 20.5 million people a year die from it. So, preventing it by cutting its risk factors off at the pass is crucial. Simple cinnamon may do just that.
According to the American Heart Association, nearly half of all American adults have high blood pressure. According to the CDC, only 22.5% of adults with high blood pressure have it under control. That’s concerning since high blood pressure increases the risk of heart disease and stroke, the leading causes of death in the United States….
Having a cholesterol problem puts you at greater risk of atherosclerosis and coronary artery disease. Many people don’t adequately respond to the front line statin drugs, and those drugs have considerable side effects. The search is always on for effective, natural alternatives. Here’s one!
An important new study shows why you may want to consider taking folic acid, B6 and B12 if you are on calcium channel blockers for cardiovascular disease. The drugs may not save you from heart disease, but the B-vitamins might save you from the drugs.
Being diabetic and overweight is a very bad combination for cardiovascular disease. Drinking green tea can help.
Still often overlooked and misunderstood, people often ignore the powerful health benefits of enjoying more nuts and seeds. This powerful new meta-analysis should change that. Eating nuts and seeds is good for your heart!