Heart Disease
Bradley Walsh Prioritizes Health After Doctor’s Heart Disease Warning
Popular TV host Bradley Walsh, 65, has revealed a serious health warning from his doctor regarding heart disease, a condition that claimed his father’s life at 59. Walsh, co-hosting the new Gladiators reboot, is now committed to a significant lifestyle…
Dick Cheney’s Cause of Death: Pneumonia and Heart Disease Explained
Dick Cheney, former Vice President of the United States, died at 84 due to complications from pneumonia and longstanding cardiac and vascular disease. This article details his medical history, the nature of his illnesses, and the impact on his final…
Statins: Miracle Cure or Overhyped Pill?
Statins, a class of cholesterol-lowering drugs prescribed to millions of people, are often considered a cornerstone in preventing cardiovascular diseases, as stated by NutritionFacts.org. However, like any medication, statins come with both potential benefits and risks that should be carefully…
Omega-3s and Vegetarians’ Stroke Risk. EPIC-Oxford study
Recent findings from the EPIC-Oxford study have sparked discussions in the health and nutrition community about the paradoxical health risks associated with vegetarian diets. While vegetarianism is linked to a lower risk of heart disease, researchers discovered that it may…
The Vitamin D Dilemma: Could It Explain the Higher Stroke Risk in Vegetarians?
A recent study, the EPIC-Oxford study, has presented a perplexing finding: while vegetarians enjoy a lower risk of heart disease, they may face a higher risk of stroke. This unexpected outcome has left researchers searching for explanations, and one potential…
Salt: The Hidden Culprit Behind Japan’s Stroke Decline?
A fascinating phenomenon has emerged as Japan’s diet shifted towards Western patterns with increased meat and dairy consumption: stroke rates, once alarmingly high, have plummeted. This trend, seemingly paradoxical given the association of saturated fat with cardiovascular disease, invites a…
B12 Blood Tests Can Be Deceiving: Vegetarians and Vegans at Higher Risk of Undetected Deficiency
A recent article raises concerns about the accuracy of traditional vitamin B12 blood tests, particularly for individuals following vegetarian or vegan diets. While blood tests are commonly used to assess B12 levels, they may not provide a complete picture of…