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Tag Archives: preventing stroke
Red meat consumption linked to an increased risk of stroke
Reuters reports that, according to a study published online in Stroke, red meat consumption may be linked to an increased risk of stroke.
Posted in Heart Health, Nutritional Health
Tagged preventing stroke, red meat, stroke, stroke prevention
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Diets rich in antioxidants linked to reduced stroke risk
HealthDay reports, “Diets rich in antioxidants from fruits, vegetables and whole grains appear to lower a woman’s odds for a stroke, even if she has a prior history of heart disease,” according to a study published in the journal Stroke.
Posted in Nutritional Health, Woman's Health
Tagged antioxidants, Nutritional Health, preventing stroke, stroke, stroke prevention
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Vitamin E can be harmful
You may be hearing that vitamin E increases the risk of prostate cancer. This was a surprise to many doctors, but is actually based upon reliable evidence.
Posted in Alternative Medicine, Cancer, Heart Health, Nutritional Health
Tagged preventing prostate cancer, preventing stroke, prostate cancer, stroke, stroke prevention, vitamin E
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Chocolate reduces stroke risk
After so many recent blogs with negative news about your health risks, I thought you’d enjoy a positive one … chocolate reduces stroke risk!
Posted in Heart Health, Mental Health, Nutritional Health
Tagged chocolate, dark chocolate, flavonoid, preventing stroke, stroke, stroke prevention
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Fish consumption linked to reduced risk of stroke
According to a study published in the journal Stroke, individuals who consume fish on a few occasions weekly may face a lower risk of suffering a stroke compared to people who eat little fish or do not eat it at … Continue reading
Posted in General Health, Nutritional Health
Tagged fish, omega-3, omega-3 fatty acids, preventing stroke, stroke, stroke prevention
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Waiting an hour after dinner before sleep reduces stroke risk
A new study suggests that waiting at least an hour after dinner before going to sleep reduces your risk of stroke by about two-thirds.
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Tagged preventing stroke
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Chocolate may reduce heart disease, stroke risk
ABC World News reported that “chocolate may be a kind of secret weapon against heart disease.” So, what’s the scoop?
Posted in General Health, Heart Health
Tagged chocolate, dark chocolate, milk chocolate, preventing cardiovascular disease, preventing heart disease, preventing stroke
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Cardiovascular safety of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)
I’m surprised how many of my patients are NOT aware of the potential cardiovascular risks of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) such as ibuprofen (Motrin, Advil) or naproxen (Aleve). If you’re in their camp, don’t miss this report:
Diet soda consumption may be linked to increased heart attacks and strokes
I often have patients ask if I think diet sodas are a healthy substitute for regular soft drinks. I tell them, “NO!” The primary reason, that I’ve discussed with you in a past blog, is that diet soda consumption may … Continue reading
Largest Study to Date Links Chocolate to Lower Blood Pressure and Cardiovascular Risk
Just in the nick of time — before the Easter chocolate consumption begins, comes a study letting us know that a small amount of that dark Easter chocolate may be heart healthy. Just released is the largest observational study to date … Continue reading
Posted in Heart Health, Nutritional Health
Tagged blood pressure, chocolate, dark chocolate, preventing cardiovascular disease, preventing heart disease, preventing stroke
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How to Make Chocolate a Healthy Indulgence
The benefits of being a chocolate lover From Health magazine This ultimate feel-good food keeps your heart healthy, mood up, and body in great shape. Find out what all this natural ingredient can do for you. Here’s a just-in-time-for-Easter article … Continue reading
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Tagged chocolate, dark chocolate, preventing cardiovascular disease, preventing heart disease, preventing stroke
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