Your heart is a vital, tirelessly working organ, and understanding its health is crucial for overall well-being. One of the most fundamental and effective diagnostic tools for assessing heart function is the Electrocardiogram, commonly known as an ECG. If you’re a resident of London and your doctor has suggested an ECG test London, or you’re […]

After a long day, many of us like to unwind with a nice glass of something. But it’s funny how drink sneaks up on us. The odd glass in the evening can quickly become two or three regular glasses, most evenings. The trouble is that drink sneaks up on our organs too, giving the body […]

Impact of Smoking on Smoking is the most important preventable cause of premature death in the United States. Smokers have a higher risk of developing many chronic disorders, including atherosclerosis — the build-up of fatty substances in the arteries — which can lead to coronary heart disease, heart attack (myocardial infarction) and stroke. Controlling or […]

Hypertension is the single most significant risk factor for heart disease. Uncontrolled high blood pressure can injure or kill you. It’s sometimes called “the silent killer” because it has no symptoms. One in three adults has high blood pressure, yet, about 21% don’t even know they have it. Of those with high blood pressure, 69% […]

Cholesterol is a soft, fat-like, waxy substance found in the bloodstream and in all your body’s cells. It’s normal to have cholesterol. Cholesterol is an important part of a healthy body because it’s used for producing cell membranes and some hormones, and serves other needed bodily functions. But too much cholesterol in the blood is […]

Diabetes is considered to be one of the six major controllable risk factors for cardiovascular disease. In fact, adults with diabetes are two to four times more likely to have heart disease or a stroke than adults without diabetes. Diabetes is treatable, but even when glucose levels are under control it greatly increases the risk […]

The overall population has been gradually getting more and more overweight, and the number of people who are overweight or obese (BMI of 25.0 kg/m2 and higher) has increased. Many people would benefit from losing weight. This is of great concern especially since obesity is now recognized as a major, independent risk factor for heart […]

A healthy diet and lifestyle are your best weapons to fight cardiovascular disease. However, there are a lot of mixed messages and myths out there regarding healthy eating. It’s not surprising that a lot of us are confused about the different types of fats. We have lots of questions regarding sodium and meat and dairy […]

Finding time in our overscheduled lives for exercise is a challenge for everyone, especially for those who are parents and/or are working full-time. But the benefits far outweigh the sacrifices it takes to carve out that time, and anyone who has successfully managed to do so will tell you that it was well worth the […]

Avoid sugary and refined carbohydrates, including sugar, honey, and other sweeteners, soda and other sugary drinks, candy, baked goods, and anything made with white (refined or enriched) flour, including white bread, rolls, cereals, buns, pastries, regular pasta and white rice. You’ll also want to limit dried fruit and fruit juice since they’re dense in simple […]