Avandia’s labeling information should alert patients that diet can be a safer and more effective approach, says a petition to be filed with the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) today. (more…)
Archive for the ‘Heart’ Category
Labels Should Alert Patients that Diet Can Treat Diabetes without Cardiac Risk, Group Says
Friday, December 21st, 2007Soft Drinks also Increase Risk of Heart Disease and Diabetes
Friday, December 21st, 2007
Soft drinks are just as likely to increase your risk factors for heart disease and diabetes as full fat sodas, researchers said.
The U.S study found adults who drank one or more can a day had about a 50 percent higher risk of metabolic syndrome – a cluster of risk factors such as excessive fat around the waist, low levels of “good” cholesterol, high blood pressure and other symptoms. (more…)
Heart Attack Symptom
Thursday, December 13th, 2007How do you know if it’s a Heart Attack Symptom?
Before I get into the generalities, let me tell you I understand!
It’s not fun to wonder about this. I know that myself. The last few days I had some upper body / chest pain, and I was really concerned about it! The first time it happened, I was driving my car thinking, is this a heart attack symptom? I realized I didn’t have my cell phone with me to call 911 or my wife! (more…)
Heart Attacks, Herbs, and Drug Interactions
Thursday, December 13th, 2007I am a 49 year old licensed acupuncturist and had a light infarction on Aug.7, 03. Burning in diaphragm and in back, nausea, vomit, and cold sweat, sent me to ER. Had catheterization and angioplasty involving 3 stents for a 100% blockage half way down in right coronary artery. (more…)
Happy Heart and Sound Mind
Thursday, December 13th, 2007Do you want a happy heart and a sound mind? Here are 7 life-suggestions compiled from famous Chinese Medical doctors:
- Avoid over-working and over-thinking.
- Tranquil pleasures are essential! Take a bath, read for leisure, do some gardening. Relax!
- See all your attainments as successes. Mentally review your recent successes.
- Have small, clear-cut goals and realistic dreams.
- Don’t speak too much; brevity is the soul of wit and, more importantly, preserves your energy!
- Nourish your heart by helping others.
- Nurture, build, and maintain your relationships – someday soon you will need that support system! In the meantime, you are helping others, and staying connected.