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Curing High Blood Pressure
Do you know the reason why every time you go to a doctor’s office, hospital, or any other health related place, they always begin with a check of your blood pressure? Continue reading
What is Ischemic Heart Disease – Are You At Risk?
Narrowed coronary arteries cause a decrease in blood flow to the heart. This ailment is also referred to as Ischemic Heart Disease. The reason for the narrowed arteries is cholesterol deposits sticking to the artery wall, thus creating a blockage that hampers the free flow of blood to the heart. These deposits harden and cause the arteries to harden as well. The medical term used to describe this is atherosclerosis. In addition, this term is most often interchangeable with arteriosclerosis. Both of these ailments are identical in that they both prevent blood flow from reaching the heart. Continue reading
What are the Signs and Symptoms of a Mini Stroke
The temporary blockage of blood flow to the brain as a result of a thrombus is referred to as a TIA or Mini Stroke. In this instance, the body will react by quickly releasing tPA to dissolve the clot on its own. This body function results in symptoms, however does not result in any damage to brain tissue. This TIA is a warning sign from your body that an impending stroke will occur and medical help should be sought immediately. These mini warning signs happen in ischemic episodes and although ischemic and hemorrhagic are completely opposite situations, they both carry the same symptoms and inclinations. Continue reading
Health Benefits Of Healthy Chocolate And Acai A Perfect Combination
The Orac Value ((Oxygen Radical Absorbance Capacity—The USDA developed this rating scale to measure the antioxidant content of various plant foods) of Unprocessed Cocoa Powder, Dark Chocolate and Acai Berries are clearly at the top of the list. The USDA recommends a daily intake of 3,000 to 5,000 orac daily. Chocolate, Acai berry and blueberry are loaded with antioxidant compounds. Did you know Acai contains 25 times the antioxidants of grapes? Antioxidants are molecules that can prevent the damaging effects of excessive amounts of free radicals in the body by neutralizing and destroying them. This blend of Healthy Dark Chocolate and Acai is loaded with protein and amino acids, blended with and carried by plant fibers for maximum absorbency. FOOD ORAC Value Per 100 grams: Acerola 70,000 — Unprocessed cocoa powder 26,000 — Wolfberry 25,300 — Acai 18,500 — Dark Chocolate 13,120 — Milk Chocolate 6,740 — Prunes 5,770 — Agel EXO 3,848 — Pomegranates 3,307 — Raisins/Dark Grapes 2,830 — Blueberries 2,400 — Blackberries 2,036 — Garlic 1,939 — Kale 1,770 — Cranberries 1,750 — Strawberries 1,540 — Noni Fruit Juice (pure) 1,506 — Spinach 1,260 — ViaViente Brand Juice 1,245 — Raspberries 1,220 — Red Grapes 739. Continue reading
What Causes a Stroke
The number cause of stroke is high blood pressure or hypertension. A range of 140/90 or higher is where the risk of stroke becomes prominent. The results of hypertension include damage to the major organs including the kidneys, heart and eyes. In addition, high blood pressure can also result in weakened areas in blood vessels which can then burst, leading to a hemorrhagic stroke. Continue reading
Signs of a Stroke
The formation of a blood clot or the hindered flow of blood to the brain causes a stroke. This occurrence means that blood can no longer flow to important areas of the brain. Someone experiencing a stroke will begin to show signs immediately. Many are mild and may last for only a few minutes, however some may be severe or the mild symptoms may go on for a longer period of time. If this occurs it is very important to seek out the help of a medical professional immediately. If the stroke is not dealt with in a timely manner, irreversible damage and disability may occur. Continue reading
Causes of a Stroke
The most prominent cause of stroke is high blood pressure or hypertension. A reading of 140/90 or higher is considered the beginning risk point. Hypertension can cause severe damage to major organs including the heart, eyes and kidneys. Furthermore, it can also create weakened areas in the blood vessels which then result in a hemorrhagic stroke. Continue reading
The Signs Youre Having a Stroke
The formation of a blood clot or the hindered flow of blood to the brain causes a stroke. This occurrence means that blood can no longer flow to important areas of the brain. Someone experiencing a stroke will begin to show signs immediately. Many are mild and may last for only a few minutes, however some may be severe or the mild symptoms may go on for a longer period of time. If this occurs it is very important to seek out the help of a medical professional immediately. If the stroke is not dealt with in a timely manner, irreversible damage and disability may occur. Continue reading
The Main Causes of a Stroke
The most prominent cause of stroke is high blood pressure or hypertension. A reading of 140/90 or higher is considered the beginning risk point. Hypertension can cause severe damage to major organs including the heart, eyes and kidneys. Furthermore, it can also create weakened areas in the blood vessels which then result in a hemorrhagic stroke. Continue reading