Risk factors for heart disease, specifically coronary artery disease, a hardening and plaque buildup in the blood vessels of the heart that can lead to heart attacks and heart failure, come in two types: non-modifiable and modifiable....
High cholesterol puts you at risk for heart disease. If your total cholesterol measures more than 200 mg/dl, as it does for more than 102 million Americans, you face increased risk. This risk doubles if your total cholesterol reaches 240 mg/dl,...
Heart disease is a term used to describe a wide array of ailments that diminish normal function in your heart. It is also sometimes known as cardiovascular disease, although the terms have somewhat different meanings. If you get enough exercise...
According to a January 2010 review in "The Journal of the American Medical Association," over two-thirds of Americans are either overweight or obese, which significantly increases their risks for heart disease and diabetes. In an effort to...
Heart disease is the leading cause of death for adults in the United States, causing more than one quarter of all fatalities. Poor nutrition may increase your risk of heart disease, whereas good nutrition can lessen risk factors. Certain nutrients...
According to the American Heart Association, over 1 million Americans are diagnosed with heart disease each year. There are a number of risk factors that have been shown to accelerate one's risk. They include poor diet, sedentary lifestyle, high...
According to the American Heart Association, cardiovascular diseases are the number one cause of death in the United States. Many people die from heart disease because they don't know that they have it and are not able to take the necessary steps...
Participating in regular exercise is one of the best steps you can do to reduce your risk for heart disease and improve your overall health, according to the Harvard School of Public Health. You should include aerobic exercise and...
Coronary heart disease refers to a group of diseases that affect your heart and blood vessels. The term most commonly refers to coronary artery disease, a condition in which the arteries leading to your heart become blocked, restricting blood flow...
Inactivity and insufficient exercise are prime causes of coronary artery disease. According to the American Heart Association, 30 minutes of daily aerobic activity such as brisk walking can make a marked reduction in your risk of heart disease. By...
Lycopene is a carotenoid, a pigment that gives color to plant-based foods. These carotenoids are fat-soluble, which means that they are stored in your body's fat tissues. Lycopene can be found in your liver, skin and blood. High intake of lycopene...
Fast food is a staple of many people's daily lives. Heart disease and its tragic effects are very common as well. Unfortunately, though the connection between the two is strong, an understanding of this connection is not. To avoid tragedy in your...
Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States. According to the University of Maryland Medical Center, more than 58 million people in the United States have heart disease. Several factors may contribute to this condition,...
Derived from coffee beans, liquid coffee contains potassium, B vitamins, vitamin E and magnesium. The most notable compound found in coffee is caffeine, which is associated with increasing energy as well as alertness. Although coffee provides...
In the not too distant past, coffee consumption was considered a potential risk factor for heart disease. Additional investigation, however, has revealed that moderate coffee consumption is not a heart disease risk factor and may be protective in...
How well you care for your teeth may predict your risk of heart attack. Researchers have described a clear relationship between poor dental hygiene and heart disease. The analysis of a series of studies including over 80,000 patients showed an...
Drugs that lower levels of cholesterol include the statins, fibrates, niacin, ezetimibe and bile acid sequestrants. They act by different mechanisms to reduce cholesterol levels and low density lipoproteins, or LDLs. They are often used in...
Heart disease is the leading cause of death for men and women in the United States. Risk factors for heart disease include high blood pressure, high cholesterol, obesity and smoking. Much can be done to prevent or slow down the progression of...
Smoking is more than just a bad habit; it's a serious detriment to your health. Smoking can cause a number of significant and dangerous health problems, including heart disease. Smoking significantly increases the risk for heart attack, raises...
Having heart disease raises the risk of having a heart attack or stroke. Reducing your risk of heart disease involves making lifestyle changes. This includes quitting smoking, getting regular exercise, losing excess weight and eating a diet that...
Fast foods can be higher in calories, fat and sodium than fresh foods prepared at home. Eating in fast food restaurants can make it difficult to control portion-sizes, leading to over-eating -- a contributing factor to obesity. Obesity, combined...
High cholesterol contributes to the development of hard plaques on the inner walls of your arteries. The development of plaques increases your risk of developing heart disease. To decrease your risk, it is important to keep your cholesterol levels...
As you or a loved one age, you need to be aware of health problems and conditions that can lead to further complications. High levels of cholesterol in your blood are a risk factor that can lead to chronic illness like heart disease at any age....
The 2010 Dietary Guidelines for Americans explains that you can reduce your risk of heart disease more through focusing on the type of fat you consume than the amount of total fat you consume, although it is also important to keep your total fat...
ConsumerLab.com reports that many Americans take fish oil supplements for heart-health benefits. The supplements contain high amounts of omega-3 fatty acids. The body does not create omega-3 acids; your body must receive them through dietary...
The National Heart Lung and Blood Institute (NHLBI) reports that heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States. Certain genetic traits or lifestyle habits increase the risk of developing heart disease. Genetic traits like gender...
The risk factors of heart disease can increase as you age, according to the American Heart Association (AHA). Men are at greater risk for developing heart disease than women. Other factors for heart disease risk include obesity, diabetes and...
Views 24
Views 58
Views 31