We know that smoking can cause problems across multiple organs, including the heart. In fact, smokers are more prone to develop heart disease than people who do not smoke. Moreover, women who are smokers and are on birth control medications have an increased risk of developing heart disorders. Additionally, when you smoke, you do not...
A silent heart attack is a heart attack that is associated with no symptoms, few symptoms or symptoms that are usually not associated with a heart attack. In many cases, people do not even realize they are having a heart attack because of the lack of obvious signs, such as intense chest pain. The lack...
Heart attacks can be incredibly scary for most and require immediate care. After a heart attack, many patients wonder what the recovery process entails. In short: lifestyle changes and medication will likely be necessary. Some patients also choose to enroll in cardiac rehabilitation programs for a faster recovery, depending on if their physician recommends this...
We often hear that those with a lot of stress in their lives can have some health issues. High blood pressure is often discussed in relation to stress, so it’s essential to understand the connection between the two. Here is what you need to know about the relationship between stress and blood pressure and how...
Many smokers face a common challenge when they want to quit: thinking that they cannot do it or fearing it is an undoable task. However, you can stop smoking if you have the right motivation and help. While it’s no easy task, resources and support groups can help. It’s important not to have the mentality...
We all have a poor night of sleep once in a while; it's almost inevitable. But chronic insufficient sleep can have detrimental effects on your health.
Several complex vascular diseases range from uncomfortable to severely impacting your life. Vascular conditions affect the circulatory system’s blood vessels, including those diseases that arise in your blood and lymph vessels and those disorders that disrupt your blood flow. Vascular health is incredibly important for all. Different types of vascular diseases can affect the circulatory system...
Two of the most common New Year’s resolutions are to eat better and exercise more, but sticking to resolutions is incredibly difficult. Don’t think you’re alone in the battle.
We all know how beneficial exercising can be for physical health, but stretching holds the same importance. It can be easy to forget to stretch daily, but doing so improves your body’s flexibility, which helps your joints maintain the full range of their motion. Stretching also keeps tension and stiffness away from your muscles, reducing...
