A press release by the American College of Cardiology (ACC) reveals that erectile dysfunction may mean more than a troubled romance. According to two new studies of men with type-2 diabetes, erectile dysfunction is a very strong indicator of heart disease. Published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology (JACC) in May, the research makes clear the … Continue reading Erectile Dysfunction Raises Red Flag for Heart Disease
Eating almonds can reduce heart disease risks, belly fat
Hold that muffin or danish and grab a handful of almonds if you need a snack between meals. Maybe you won't feel as satisfied afterward, but if you care about your heart health, get used to it. A recent study published in the Journal of the American Heart Association provided strong evidence that incorporating almonds as snacks … Continue reading Eating almonds can reduce heart disease risks, belly fat
Blood pressure meds are totally worthless
There are some 68 million people in the U.S. who are diagnosed with either high blood pressure or mild - stage 1 hypertension. The blood pressure numbers used to diagnose these two conditions are systolic (top number) value of 140-159 and diastolic (bottom number) value of 90-99. This latest review conducted by the Cochrane Collaboration, which … Continue reading Blood pressure meds are totally worthless
Yoga Reduces Inflammation and Improves Heart Health
Many people choose to practice yoga for the relaxation and flexibility benefits it brings. Yoga is a low impact form of exercise that strengthens muscles, increases balance, improves flexibility, and reduces stress with various poses and breathing exercises. Recent studies show that there are actual physical benefits of incorporating yoga into one's life. People who … Continue reading Yoga Reduces Inflammation and Improves Heart Health
Heart disease claims more lives than cancer, car accidents and AIDS combined
A silent, yet deadly killer, heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States, killing more than half a million people each year – which is why we can all benefit from improving our heart health. Written by Matthew Budoff, Enhancing Heart Health: Preventing a Heart Attack teaches readers fun facts about the heart, and includes tips … Continue reading Heart disease claims more lives than cancer, car accidents and AIDS combined
Dr. Eddy Bettermann MD 