Posted December 15th, 2008 by John C. Oconnor
The number-one killer in America (for both men and women), heart disease is the result of the narrowing of the arteries that supply the heart with blood, oxygen, and nutrients. This process, called coronary artery disease, can generally be traced to a condition called atherosclerosis, the build-up of cholesterol-rich fatty deposits, or plaques, on the [...]
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Posted December 3rd, 2008 by John C. Oconnor
A new risk factor for heart disease has been discovered, although this time it is something that can easily be corrected. Scientists say that a growing body of evidence has suggested that vitamin D deficiency increases the risk of heart disease and is also linked to other well-known risk factors for heart disease such as [...]
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Posted November 18th, 2008 by John C. Oconnor
The thyroid gland is a small butterfly shaped structure found at the lower part of the neck just below the mythical “Adam’s apple” and is responsible for the balancing of body processes. The thyroid gland like every other part of the body is not immune to diseases and infections. Hypothyroidism which is one of the [...]
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Posted October 13th, 2008 by John C. Oconnor
Poor nutrition has been linked to heart disease, high blood pressure, cancer, and many other diseases. We can reduce our risk by choosing well-balanced meals. Balance, moderation and variety are the keys to eating well to maintain a sound mind and body. Fast foods and eating out in restaurants have become so prevalent in our [...]
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