One out of every five Americans has been convinced to take a statin drug in order to lower their blood cholesterol levels and supposedly prevent heart disease. The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) admit that statin drug use is on the rise; Atorvastatin (Lipitor) is the best-selling prescription drug in the world. The problem with … Continue reading Cholesterol-lowering drugs have serious side effects that include brain damage
Heart failure patients require restorative rest; treating sleep disorders provides cardiovascular benefits
In this age of stressful living, rest is like life-giving oxygen that recharges us and makes us ready to face all of the day’s challenges. Rest promotes brain function. It keeps us in the pink of health. It lowers stress and promotes sleep. Nowhere is this more important than in heart failure patients suffering from … Continue reading Heart failure patients require restorative rest; treating sleep disorders provides cardiovascular benefits
Get moving: Reduce your risk of heart disease with aerobic exercise
Two studies suggest that cardiorespiratory fitness is essential in determining cardiovascular disease and death risk. These studies provide proof that performing moderate to high levels of cardiorespiratory fitness in both adults and children is essential. Cardiorespiratory fitness is the ability of the circulatory and respiratory systems to provide fuel and oxygen during sustained physical activity. In the first study, … Continue reading Get moving: Reduce your risk of heart disease with aerobic exercise
Benefits of Lithium: A Vital Nutrient for the Brain and Body
Source: Benefits of Lithium: A Vital Nutrient for the Brain and Body by Dr. Edward Group When you hear the word 'lithium', what do you think of? Maybe it reminds you of a Nirvana song. Or perhaps you know lithium as one of three elements that comprised the universe when it first formed billions of years … Continue reading Benefits of Lithium: A Vital Nutrient for the Brain and Body
Red wine and onions? This unusual combination offers potent cardioprotective benefits
By now, we know that both red wine and onions are good for the heart. However, a new Taiwanese study expanded on that by saying that a red wine onion extract is even better at preventing the onset of cardiovascular disease. Red wine has long been studied for its antioxidant content. The grape-based beverage improves biomarkers that are … Continue reading Red wine and onions? This unusual combination offers potent cardioprotective benefits
Electroacupuncture found to improve blood flow and skin temperature in patients with poor blood supply to the heart
Electroacupuncture can enhance blood flow and skin temperature of patients with myocardial ischemia, a condition in which the heart does not get enough blood supply, according to a study published in the Journal of Traditional Chinese Medicine. A team of researchers from the Beijing University of Traditional Chinese Medicine carried out a study on the effect of electroacupuncture on … Continue reading Electroacupuncture found to improve blood flow and skin temperature in patients with poor blood supply to the heart
Red Clover Benefits for Menopause, Bone Health, & More
Source: Red Clover Benefits for Menopause, Bone Health, & More by Dr. Edward Group Finding a three-leaf clover may bring good luck, but taking red clover as a healing herb may bring even better fortune! People have appreciated the therapeutic qualities of the red clover's pink and red-hued blossom for generations. Women, in particular, have passed … Continue reading Red Clover Benefits for Menopause, Bone Health, & More
Abnormal blood clot formation can be prevented through natural means
Blood clotting is an essential process that prevents excessive blood loss due to injury. However, it also has the potential to be deadly if a blood clot breaks free and gets stuck on its way to the heart or lungs. This can interfere with blood flow and increase the risk of diseases like a heart attack, stroke, or cancer. … Continue reading Abnormal blood clot formation can be prevented through natural means
Does green tea really deserve its health halo? Experts say yes
Whether you’re a green tea enthusiast or you drink tea occasionally to cut back on your caffeine intake, you’ve probably heard that this kind of tea is one of the most beneficial drinks out there. While not all of the claims listed below are accurate, health experts confirm that green tea is a healthy drink that … Continue reading Does green tea really deserve its health halo? Experts say yes
The powerful antihyperlipidemic effect of celery seeds
It’s nice to munch on a few sticks of celery (Apium graveolens) every now and then, but these aren’t the only beneficial parts of the plant. Numerous studies have shown that celery seeds confer many health benefits as well. Recently, a team of scientists from India found that one of the possible therapeutic uses of celery seeds … Continue reading The powerful antihyperlipidemic effect of celery seeds
Dr. Eddy Bettermann MD 