Bleeding gums can be a symptom of the gum infections known as gingivitis and periodontitis. When plaque hardens on your teeth, it becomes a hiding place for bacteria. The longer this condition persists, the more irritated and swollen your gums...
Periodontal disease affects more than three quarters of all adults in the United States, according to the University of Maryland Medical Center. Swollen, inflamed gums are a common early symptoms of periodontal disease, although this doesn't...
Angina pectoris, or angina, is chest pain or discomfort that happens when a part of the heart does not get enough blood and oxygen. People who experience angina are at higher risk for a heart attack or cardiac arrest. Although more common in older...
Triglycerides are a type of fat found in foods and in the body. Elevated levels may increase your risk of cardiovascular disease. Like many other risk factors for this condition, lifestyle choices -- diet in particular -- factor heavily into...
Atherosclerosis is a buildup and hardening of plaque in the arterial blood vessels. Plaque can build early in life and remain symptom-free for decades. The problem arises when plaque becomes so large that adequate blood flow is restricted,...
Bladderwrack, also known as Fucus vesiculosus, is a seaweed found on coasts around the world. It was the first source of iodine in 1811 and has since been used to treat conditions such as thyroid problems and weight loss. Scientists are now...
