Peripheral artery disease
Why Haven’t You Been Tested for Lp(a) Levels?
Have you tired of reading about Lp(a) and heart disease? I do not blame you, but this risk factor has been ignored for so long that it is time to get caught up. A study published in the Journal of the…
Walking at Home Can Help Ease Leg Pain from Peri…
Peripheral artery disease (PAD) is a condition in which the arteries of the limbs narrow. As a result, they become unable to deliver adequate blood flow to the muscles. The typical symptoms are severe…
Cocoa Is Effective for Peripheral Artery Disease…
When arteries in the legs become narrow and less flexible, they can no longer supply adequate blood and nutrients to the surrounding tissues. This condition is called peripheral artery disease or PAD …
Will Soaking in a Hot Tub Ease Your PAD Pain?
Just as plaque can clog the arteries leading to the heart to cause coronary artery disease (CAD), it can also narrow arteries in legs, arms and elsewhere in the body. Doctors term this peripheral arte…
Do People Who Eat Fish Grow Old More Healthfully…
Does eating fish or taking fish oil make any difference for your health? For decades, researchers have touted the anti-inflammatory benefits of the omega-3 fatty acids found in fish oil. They have sug…