Varicose veins are caused by faulty heart valves and stressed vein walls and those suffering from the condition have often reported uncomfortable symptoms, such as pain, fatigue, or burning sensations. If left untreated, the disorder may lead to poorer heart heath as it may leave patients open to the threat of developing blood clots. Ilana
Achy muscles from a bout of the flu? Mix 1 Tablespoon of horseradish in 1 cup of olive oil. Let the mixture sit for 30 minutes, then apply it as a massage oil, for instant relief for aching muscles.
Men with low testosterone levels may have an increased mortality rate, according to a study published in the journal Heart. Over the course of approximately seven years, researchers monitored the health of 930 men who had been diagnosed with coronary artery heart disease. The team then took tissue samples from the participants, which allowed them
Peyton Posey Plaque in your arteries can be a death sentence. Left alone, it sets the stage for a dangerous blockage to your heart or brainthe twin health disasters that kill almost ONE MILLION Americans each year. And thats scarybecause if youre like most Americans, your arteries are already packed with plaque. By the time
The avocado fruit contains healthy amounts of monounsaturated fator the good fat. Its considered one of the worlds healthiest fruits by many nutritionists since it contains key nutrients such as vitamins B6, C and K, plus potassium, folic acid, fiber and copper. It also contains oleic acidanother good fat linked with lowering bad LDL cholesterol
Consuming a daily multivitamin or herbal supplement may do more than simply keep adults feeling sharp and energetic. A new study suggests that high levels of vitamin D may be able to prevent or slow the process of macular degeneration (MD) among mature American women. Published in the journal Archives of Ophthalmology, the research found
Consuming alcoholic beverages such as red wine in moderation has been shown to improve heart health and lower the risk of a heart attack. However, the negative impact of alcohol abuse including binge drinking has also been documented very well. In a recent study, scientists from South Korea found that those who have
Drinking cranberry juice may help protect the body against staphylococcus aureus (S. aureus) infections, according to a study presented at this years American Chemical Society national meeting. This is because compounds found in the fruit juice prevent the development of the strain that allows the infection to grow and spread. Cranberry juice can be used
For people trying in hopes of lowering their blood pressure, consuming a low-carb diet may boost the effects. According to a study published in the Archives of Internal Medicine, adopting a diet low in carbohydrates helps an individual lose weight and lower their blood pressure. The diet has been proven to be more effective than
Its becoming less common for diabetics to lose their vision, according to a new study. Researchers in Wisconsin followed nearly 1,000 type-1 diabetics between 1980 and 2007. They found that visual impairment is less common among those diagnosed after 1970, according to Reuters. The results also took into account age, blood pressure and other factors