Big Cholesterol Lie Won ’ t Die
I’ve been warning my patients and readers like you about Big Pharma’s cholesterol scam for more than two decades. But my message continues to get lost in the unrelenting Big Lie presented by so-called experts in the FDA, AHA, and USDA. Now, a new study confirms — once again — that there is no link whatsoever between what’s known as “bad” cholesterol and death as a result of heart disease in individuals over 60 years of age.1 In fact, the study found that 92% of people with high cholesterol actually lived longer. You see, there is no such thing as “good” or “bad” cholesterol. You need both to stay heal...
Source: Al Sears, MD Natural Remedies - August 28, 2023 Category: Complementary Medicine Authors: Jacob Tags: Health Heart Health Source Type: news

Fast Heartburn Relief Without Deadly Drugs
Since gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) was first identified in the early 1930s, the number of people experiencing heartburn has increased substantially. In fact, one study shows that in just 10 years, the number of people experiencing:1 Any GERD symptoms increased by 30% Symptoms at least once a week increased by 47% Severe GERD increased by 24% While these numbers are concerning, I’ll admit they’re not surprising considering the typical American diet. Our nutrition-less, grain-based diet of carbohydrates and starches has wrecked our health and made our bodies behave in ways nature never intended. This has led ...
Source: Al Sears, MD Natural Remedies - August 28, 2023 Category: Complementary Medicine Authors: Jacob Tags: Health Heart Health Natural Cures Nutrition Source Type: news

Opening All Arteries Best When Heart Attack Strikes in Old Age: Study
MONDAY, Aug. 28, 2023 -- After a heart attack, elderly adults have better odds for improved health and survival if all major heart vessels are cleared, not just the one that caused the heart attack. Because these patients often have other medical... (Source: Drugs.com - Daily MedNews)
Source: Drugs.com - Daily MedNews - August 28, 2023 Category: General Medicine Source Type: news

STEMI Complete Revascularization: No Point in Waiting
(MedPage Today) -- AMSTERDAM -- When it comes to timing the complete revascularization for heart attack patients with multivessel disease, treating multiple vessels in one session in the catheterization lab proved noninferior to staged angioplasty... (Source: MedPage Today Cardiovascular)
Source: MedPage Today Cardiovascular - August 28, 2023 Category: Cardiology Source Type: news

Ambulance Routing Might Not Matter After Cardiac Arrest
(MedPage Today) -- AMSTERDAM -- Sending resuscitated cardiac arrest patients who weren't clearly having a heart attack to specialty centers rather than the nearest emergency department didn't help outcomes, a U.K. study showed. For the primary... (Source: MedPage Today Cardiovascular)
Source: MedPage Today Cardiovascular - August 28, 2023 Category: Cardiology Source Type: news

Ultra-processed food raises risk of heart attack and stroke, two studies show
Research presented to annual meeting of European Society of Cardiology prompts calls for actionUltra-processed food significantly raises the risk of high blood pressure, heart disease, heart attacks and strokes, according to two studies that one expert says should serve as a wake-up call for governments worldwide.Global consumption of heavily processed items such as cereals, protein bars, fizzy drinks, ready meals and fast food has soared in recent years. In the UK and US, well over half the average diet now consists of ultra-processed food (UPF). For some, especially people who are younger, poorer or from disadvantaged ar...
Source: Guardian Unlimited Science - August 27, 2023 Category: Science Authors: Andrew Gregory Health editor Tags: Nutrition Fast food Medical research Health Heart disease & wellbeing UK news Heart attack drink industry Obesity Society Science Source Type: news

The best medicine: study finds laughter is good for heart health
Unique research shows cardiovascular gains recorded in patients who were shown TV comedyThe old adage that “laughter is the best medicine” may contain an element of truth when it comes to heart health.A study has demonstrated that having a chuckle causes the tissue inside the heart to expand – and increases oxygen flow around the body.Continue reading... (Source: Guardian Unlimited Science)
Source: Guardian Unlimited Science - August 27, 2023 Category: Science Authors: Andrew Gregory in Amsterdam Tags: Health Heart disease Heart attack UK news Medical research TV comedy Science Source Type: news

Complete PCI Better for Older MI Patients Too
(MedPage Today) -- AMSTERDAM -- Complete revascularization improved outcomes over culprit-lesion-only stenting in older acute myocardial infarction (MI) patients, the FIRE trial affirmed. Among a population ages 75 and older, the composite risk... (Source: MedPage Today Cardiovascular)
Source: MedPage Today Cardiovascular - August 27, 2023 Category: Cardiology Source Type: news

Heart attack risk can be slashed depending on where you live - researchers
Your risk of a heart attack can be dramatically reduced, depending on your location, according to researchers. (Source: Daily Express - Health)
Source: Daily Express - Health - August 25, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news

ESC: Recurrent Myocardial Infarction Often Unrecognized
THURSDAY, Aug. 24, 2023 -- Patients with recurrent myocardial infarction (MI) are more likely to recognize the symptoms but still miss many symptoms, according to a study presented at the European Society of Cardiology Congress 2023, held Aug. 25 to... (Source: Drugs.com - Pharma News)
Source: Drugs.com - Pharma News - August 24, 2023 Category: Pharmaceuticals Source Type: news

Uganda: NDA Warns About Deadly Coffee That Could Give You a Heart Attack
[Nile Post] The National Drug Authority (NDA) has issued a public warning regarding the consumption of L-Power Coffee, after laboratory tests conducted by the authority confirmed its adulteration and potential cardiac problems. (Source: AllAfrica News: Health and Medicine)
Source: AllAfrica News: Health and Medicine - August 24, 2023 Category: African Health Tags: East Africa Health and Medicine Uganda Source Type: news

Skipping Aspirin After Heart Attack Raises Odds for Recurrence
TUESDAY, Aug. 22, 2023 -- If you’ve had a heart attack, your doctor likely told you to take a low-dose aspirin daily to stave off a second heart attack or stroke, but most people don’t follow through with this advice over the... (Source: Drugs.com - Daily MedNews)
Source: Drugs.com - Daily MedNews - August 22, 2023 Category: General Medicine Source Type: news

Taking aspirin could prevent heart attacks, stroke and early death, study indicates
Aspirin is encouraged by health practitioners following a heart attack, as it can help reduce the formation of life-threatening blood clots. (Source: Daily Express - Health)
Source: Daily Express - Health - August 21, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news

Single Troponin Measurement to Rule Out Myocardial Infarction Single Troponin Measurement to Rule Out Myocardial Infarction
This review focuses on the potential benefits and limitations of a single-sample high-sensitivity cardiac troponin assay taken in the emergency department in order to exclude acute MI.Journal of the American College of Cardiology (Source: Medscape Today Headlines)
Source: Medscape Today Headlines - August 21, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Cardiology Journal Article Source Type: news

The four health measurements that EVERYONE should know
Keeping your blood pressure, blood sugar, BMI and cholesterol in check could be the difference between staying healthy or getting diabetes, hypertension or suffering a heart attack, doctors say. (Source: the Mail online | Health)
Source: the Mail online | Health - August 20, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news