8 Common Habits that May Cause Brain Stroke According to Dutch researchers there are at least 8 habits that have been identified as risk factors for a brain stroke, or aneurysm. These eight risk factors are the following: • Excessive coffee consumption • Intense physical exercise • Blowing your nose • Extra effort when going […]
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1. Quit Smoking Smoking leads to the accumulation of fatty tissue in blood vessels, most of which become bad cholesterol. This reduces the diameter of blood vessels and increases blood pressure. High blood pressure cuts off the supply of blood which can lead to a stroke. By quitting smoking you can prevent a stroke. The
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5 Smoothies That Aid Fast Weight Loss That May Surprise You! Here are a few surprising Detox smoothies you may not have thought of that can help you on your way to Quick weight loss! Peanut butter and banana Believe it or not, this delicious energy boosting-smoothie’s secret is in the amount of protein
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The healthiest diet in the entire world, might not be a diet indeed but a lifestyle full of flavors that doesn’t forbid any food group, maybe many of you have heard about the Mediterranean countries food such as France, Greece and Spain, then you may also know their eating plan features heart-healthy fats, olive oil,
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It’s been known for a long time that garlic is a health-booster. Traditionally, garlic has been used in many cultures to prevent/cure many ailments. Recently, some studies have unlocked the amazing benefits of garlic. According to a study published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, eating garlic boosts the levels of hydrogen
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Drinking tea has many health benefits. In this poster you can learn more about the benefits of white tea, green tea and oolong tea:
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Negativity literally makes your body ill. Check out this poster on what happens inside when you are unhappy and/or stressed, plus, it causes wrinkles and spreads to those around you. Spread some joy instead!
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This is a great poster! Six easy steps to help avoid coronary heart disease, the basics on how to treat it, and surgery basics. On the whole I think it’s better to try to avoid it as much as possible. An ounce of prevention really is worth a pound of cure.
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Chocolate is one of the best sources of antioxidants and other nutrients that are helpful for our health. For example, it’s been shown that chocolate reduces stress and the risk of stroke and is beneficial in heart health. Also chocolate is a mood-booster food. Interestingly, chocolate is helpful in weight loss! Check out this amazing
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[Last updated: August 31st 2013] A Soda a Day Raises Chronic Heart Disease Risk by 20%! Sugary drinks and sodas are associated with 20% increased risk of coronary heart disease (CHD) as well as some adverse changes in lipids, inflammatory factors, and leptin, according to a new study in Children’s Hospital Boston, MA. “Even a moderate
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Did you know that Coronary Heart Disease is the leading cause of death for both men and women in the United States? For every 10,000 people, an estimated 200 pass away from this common heart disease. The conditions of atherosclerosis and coronary thrombosis are together known as coronary heart disease (CHD). Atherosclerosis is a degenerative
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[Last updated: March 25th 2013] The heart consists of 4 chambers (2 ventricles and 2 atriums) and 4 valves. The proper circulation of blood is essential. In this video by Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia you can learn more about the blood flow through the heart valves: Blood flow through the cardiac valves:
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7 reasons love is good for your heart A growing body of research indicates that what is known as love and positive attitude has a very strong effect on our biological system to not only live happier, but live longer. Effects of love on the heart and vascular system causes secretion of different “good hormones”
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