Cardiovascular Disorders and Diseases Articles

Contrary to popular belief, physical activity is very helpful in reducing elevated blood pressure. People suffering from hypertension can bring their resting blood pressure down simply by regularly doing aerobic or moderate strength training exercise.

With many people turning to a diet high in processed food problems like obesity, diabetes and high blood pressure are becoming more common. If you suffer with high blood pressure then try these foods to naturally bring it down.

Strokes are often associated with older people. However, while the number of elderly individuals being diagnosed for stroke is declining, the number of people younger than 65 years who are hospitalized for stroke is increasing.

Anemia is more common than is often realized. The good news, though, is that it's often fixable with nutrition - but just taking iron pills won't do the trick. Instead you need to look at your diet as a whole.

Recent research suggests that light to moderate alcohol consumption may not have significant benefits on heart health, as previously reported. A new study shows that reducing alcohol intake increases the likelihood of having a healthy heart.

A look at the real causes of heart disease and the role that cholesterol plays. Article gives lifestyle tips and evidence to support the role of diet, exercise and other lifestyle factors in both cholesterol lowering and heart disease prevention.

Congestive heart failure is a frightening diagnosis, but with the right lifestyle changes and medication the condition can be managed.

A stroke occurs when blood flow to the brain is reduced, and it can be fatal. Even if someone survives a stroke, it can leave them with long-term disabilities. But most strokes can be prevented by reducing risk controllable risk factors.

For years doctors have made educated guesses about cardiovascular risk on the basis of our weight on the scales or our BMI (body mass index), which takes height into account. But a new measurement works better.

There are many reasons why people who have been diagnosed with heart disease find it difficult to enjoy their sex life. These include depression, anxiety, erectile dysfunction, fear of getting pregnant, or lack of physical ability to engage in sex.