In most slap-dash, haphazard medical offices, doctors can diagnose high blood pressure (BP)—and saddle you with a lifetime prescription for a potentially dangerous drug—within a matter of [...]
Category: Cardiovascular Health
Protect your heart with this “fishy” habit
I thoroughly enjoyed lots of fresh fish and seafood this past summer. In fact, I love making a big seafood boil when entertaining friends and family! And I hope that you, too, were able to [...]
NEVER ignore these 8 signs of heart attack
In March 2020, when the coronavirus first hit the U.S., local governments began shutting down and limiting access to routine healthcare and hands-on treatments, like acupuncture. Of [...]
WARNING: Why the “Roto-Rooter” approach to clogged arteries is all wrong
Millions of men and women in the U.S. have coronary artery disease (CAD), which refers to the build-up of cholesterol deposits (or plaque) in the arteries leading to the heart. [...]
These common pantry staples skyrocket heart attack and stroke risk
I’ve been writing a lot recently about the dangers of diets high in ultra-processed, “convenience foods.” For one, research shows they increase your risk of dying from any cause. And [...]
These common drugs increase heart disease risk
Doctors prescribe steroids for any number of health conditions—from asthma and multiple sclerosis to ear infections and plantar fasciitis. They’re supposed to work by reducing inflammation. But [...]
[EXPOSED] Marijuana skyrockets risk of heart attack and stroke
After the general election last fall, another round of states further loosened their marijuana laws. Yet, at the same time, we received even more disturbing news about the serious medical [...]
Add these nutritional powerhouses to your holiday feasts
At Christmastime, I always enjoy listening to Tchaikovsky’s Nutcracker Suite. It’s a beautiful piece of music that’s easy to keep in the background during the busy holidays. We also have a [...]
More ways olive oil, vinegar, and red wine protect against cardiovascular disease
I often talk about the benefits of following a traditional, Mediterranean-type diet. It’s considered the healthiest diet on the planet by experts far and wide. In fact, people who follow it [...]
Two common heart surgeries DON’T benefit patients
A massive, $100 million study recently looked at outcomes for men and women with blocked arteries who received two common, but highly invasive, surgical procedures. It turns out, they fare no [...]