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Medications and Diet for hypertension

Medications and Diet for hypertensionHypertension or high blood pressure is a risk factor for heart disease, stroke and other cardiovascular conditions. Fortunately, it can be controlled. Tune in to find out how.

Keywords: Hypertension, high blood pressure, blood pressure, risk factors, heart disease, stroke, cardiovascular conditions, heart disease, heart failure, blood pressure control, lifestyle changes lower blood pressure, blood pressure medications, DASH diet, Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension. Fruits, vegetables, low-fat, sodium, exercise, smoking, alcohol, diuretics, body fluid, calcium channel blockers, angiotensin converting enzyme, ACE inhibitors, angiotensin receptor blockers, ARBs, diabetes,

Metabolic Syndrome

Metabolic SyndromeMetabolic syndrome is a cluster of conditions that can increase a person's risk of developing heart disease. Learn more about this syndrome and how it affects the heart.

Keywords: Metabolic syndrome, Metabolic syndrome X, syndrome X, insulin resistance syndrome, overweight, obesity, abdominal fat, high blood pressure, hypertension, cholesterol, bad cholesterol, LDL cholesterol, high cholesterol, high triglycerides, low HDL cholesterol, high-density lipoprotein, good cholesterol, abnormal blood sugar, diabetes, heart disease, cardiovascular disease, risk factors, insulin-resistant, lifestyle changes, medication, elevated insulin levels, heart attack, stroke, hyperlipidemia

When the Heart Doesn't Pump Enough

When the Heart Doesn't Pump EnoughAn ejection fraction is a measurement of the amount of blood pumped out of the heart with each beat. Find out what the experts say are normal and below normal numbers.

Keywords: Low ejection fraction, heart, pump, chambers, beat, blood, measure, high, ventricular dysfunction

Stress and Heart Disease

Stress and Heart DiseaseWe've all experienced stress at one time or another. Your heart rate goes up, your blood pressure rises, and every part of your body tenses up. It has been linked to a variety of health conditions, but one of the most significant effects is the damage it can do to your heart. Not only is stress dangerous for people with heart disease, it can also increase the risk of heart complications. Join our panel of experts as they discuss the relationship between stress and heart disease, and share some helpful stress reduction techniques.

Keywords: Stress, heart disease, coronary heart disease, Type-A personality, adrenaline, epinephrine, blood pressure, heart rate, immune system, arteries, group therapy, meditation, smoking, guided visual imagery, Dr. Sam Benjamin, Dr. Nate Lebowitz

Stress and Heart Disease

Stress and Heart DiseaseWe've all experienced stress at one time or another. Your heart rate goes up, your blood pressure rises, and every part of your body tenses up. It has been linked to a variety of health conditions, but one of the most significant effects is the damage it can do to your heart. Not only is stress dangerous for people with heart disease, it can also increase the risk of heart complications. Join our panel of experts as they discuss the relationship between stress and heart disease, and share some helpful stress reduction techniques.

Keywords: Stress, heart disease, coronary heart disease, Type-A personality, adrenaline, epinephrine, blood pressure, heart rate, immune system, arteries, group therapy, meditation, smoking, guided visual imagery, Dr. Sam Benjamin, Dr. Nate Lebowitz

Erectile Dysfunction & Hypertension

Erectile Dysfunction & HypertensionHypertensive patients worry about which medications are safe to take, including erectile dysfunction (ED) drugs. Find out how ED medication affects hypertension.

Keywords: Sildenafil, Viagra,cialis, levitra, blood pressure, hypertention,nitrates,coronary, heart,sex, exercise, hy[ertensive,erectile,drugs, prescribe,therapy

Sleep and Heart Disease

Sleep and Heart DiseaseEveryone knows that a good night's sleep makes you feel better the next day. But did you know that how long you sleep might be a factor in heart disease? Learn how sleep might be linked to the health of your heart.

Keywords: Sleep, insomnia, heart disease, heart, coronary artery disease, heart attacks, heart, blood pressure, hypertension, sympathetic nervous system, blood vessels, stress, hormone levels, stress hormone, cortisol, sleep apnea, hypoxia, exercise, sleep hygiene, benzodiazepines, non benzodiazepines, sleep aids, sleeping pills, sleep disorders

Treatments for Eczema

Treatments for EczemaAlleviating the symptoms of eczema is important for people who suffer with this skin condition. Steroid therapies have been a great help, but their long-term use does present problems. Learn what this treatment involves, and find out about new non-steroidal approaches.

Keywords: Eczema, atopic eczema, cortisone, hydrocortisone cream, 1% hydrocortisone cream, 1% hydrocortisone, anti-inflammatory, anti-inflammatory medicines, atopic dermatitis, psoriasis, emollient creams, emollients, lubricating creams, lubricants, eczema flare-ups, topical steroids, steroids, neovascularization, non steroidal treatments, Elidel, pimecrolimus, Protopic, tacrolimus, systemic steroids, high potency steroids, low potency steroids, medium potency steroids, topical corticosteroid, corticosteroid, mild eczema, moderate eczema, severe eczema

Diet Tips to Energize You

Diet Tips to Energize YouDo you find that you feel tired every afternoon, no matter how much sleep you've been getting? There's a good chance that your low energy could have to do with what you're eating, as well as how and when you're eating it. Today we'll discuss simple changes you can make in your diet to help you stay active and alert throughout the day.

Keywords: Diet, dietician, blood sugar, insulin, carbohydrate load, overeating, carbohydrates, protein, immune system, diuretic, caffeine, calories, nutritionist, energy, Martha McKittrick, Samantha Heller

Life with NHL

Life with NHLFighting non-Hodgkin's lymphoma (NHL) can be a tough battle. Eileen Merle-Rao is a person with NHL who tried two different rounds of therapies, which ultimately failed her. Then her doctors suggested a unique form of radiation therapy called radioimmunotherapy. The best news is that Eileen has seen a marked improvement in her disease and now is looking forward to a future filled with possibility.

Keywords: Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma, NHL, Lymphoma, Hodgkin's disease, Hodgkin's disease, cancer, tumor, radioimmunotherapy, targeted therapy, chemotherapy, immune system, antibodies, monoclonal antibodies, radioactive antibodies, radiation, cold antibody, unlabeled antibody, hot antibody, labeled antibody, radiolabeled antibody, complete remission, partial remission, partial response, complete response, unlabeled monoclonal antibody therapy, labeled monoclonal antibody therapy, low blood counts, myleosuppresion, neuropathy, antibody targeted treatments, cancer treatment, Zevalin, Ibritumomab, Bexxar, Tositumomab

Targeted NHL Therapy

Targeted NHL TherapySince non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma can appear in many places in the body, it's often difficult to direct treatment to the specific cancer cells without causing harm to healthy tissue. Now doctors can deliver a lethal punch against NHL with a therapy that targets the cancer cells with radiation attached to antibodies that specifically seek out the cancer cells. Learn how this new weapon against NHL may help people with this disease.

Keywords: Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma, NHL, Lymphoma, Hodgkin's disease, Hodgkin's disease, cancer, tumor, radioimmunotherapy, targeted therapy, chemotherapy, immune system, antibodies, monoclonal antibodies, radioactive antibodies, radiation, cold antibody, unlabeled antibody, hot antibody, labeled antibody, radiolabeled antibody, complete remission, partial remission, partial response, complete response, unlabeled monoclonal antibody therapy, labeled monoclonal antibody therapy, low blood counts, myleosuppresion, neuropathy, antibody targeted treatments, cancer treatment, Zevalin, Ibritumomab, Bexxar, Tositumomab

Low-carb Diets: Are They Safe?

Low-carb Diets: Are They Safe?So-called low carb diets are becoming more and more popular in the quest to fight the battle of the bulge. But how effective are these diets, and more importantly, how safe? Join our panel of experts for a discussion of the pros and cons of this controversial weight-loss method.

Keywords: Diets, obesity, low carb diets, dietician, carbohydrate, starches, glucose, simple carbohydrate, complex carbohydrate, protein, phytochemicals, ketosis, ketone body, heart disease, nutritionist, Martha McKittrick, Samantha Heller

Blood Pressure 101

Blood Pressure 101Knowing your blood pressure is the first step towards keeping it in the healthy zone.

Keywords: Nieca Goldberg, heart, hypertension, prehypertension, blood pressure, heart attack, heart disease, cardiovascular disease

First Aid for Cuts

First Aid for CutsOne of the first things to know about treating cuts is when to get help.

Keywords: Scott Caruthers, cuts, stitches, bleeding, blood, uncontrolled bleeding, infection, pressure, bandage, first aid

Leg Cramps

Leg CrampsQuestions about leg craps

Keywords: health, healthcare today, medications, Wellness, medical bills, health, video, health video, placebo, blood pressure, pills, medical costs, doctor, nurse, prescription

Tanning

TanningTanning Questions

Keywords: health, healthcare today, medications, Wellness, medical bills, health, video, health video, placebo, blood pressure, pills, medical costs, doctor, nurse, prescription

Everyday Management of Eczema

Everyday Management of EczemaEczema may not be a life-threatening condition, but it is life altering. Learn how people can manage eczema by avoiding triggers and treating flare-ups.

Keywords: Eczema, atopic eczema, cortisone, hydrocortisone cream, 1% hydrocortisone cream, 1% hydrocortisone, anti-inflammatory, anti-inflammatory medicines, atopic dermatitis, psoriasis, emollient creams, emollients, lubricating creams, lubricants, eczema flare-ups, topical steroids, steroids, neovascularization, non steroidal treatments, Elidel, pimecrolimus, Protopic, tacrolimus, systemic steroids, high potency steroids, low potency steroids, medium potency steroids, topical corticosteroid, corticosteroid, mild eczema, moderate eczema, severe eczema, antihistamine, osteonecrosis, hypertension, itchy, itchy skin, cradle cap, dry skin, scales, scaly skin


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