“You may develop a high temperature (fever). If a blood clot develops inside the inflamed part of the vein, the vein may then feel hard or knobbly. “The blood clot is usually of little concern, as it is small. There are other veins which carry the blood and bypass the blocked vein.” However, there are […]
What’s more, cutting back on the common seasoning will start to make a difference “very quickly” – even within weeks. While ketchup and mustard are packed with the popular ingredient, salt is hidden in many other foods you buy at the grocery store. The charity therefore recommends looking at the labels and avoiding foods with […]
“Eating a variety of foods that are high in fibre and lower in saturated fat, as well as lean proteins also help to lower blood pressure. “These foods support a healthy body weight, which is another important factor when it comes to blood pressure and overall heart health. It is also important to include foods […]
“Our results shed light into the beneficial effects of tieguanyin tea extracts on preventing and alleviating Alzheimer’s disease.” Another study, from the Journal of Nutrition, Health and Ageing in 2010, championed oolong tea, alongside other teas, for better brain function. It detailed: “After adjusting for potential confounders, total tea consumption was independently associated with better […]
What does research say? Mr Batt said: “Studies show the effects of vegetable oil like corn, soy, sunflower oil, palm oil etc in animals. “Studies show increased rates of hypertension, blood lipid dysregulation, atherosclerosis, and endothelial (blood vessel) dysfunction – all elements that lead to cardiovascular disease and blood clots.” One such study, published in […]
It found that blood pressure among 94 participants with untreated prehypertension or hypertension was “significantly lowered” as a result of drinking tomato juice. It said: “Further, the serum low‐density lipoprotein cholesterol (‘bad’ cholesterol) level in 125 participants with untreated dyslipidemia (an imbalance of fats) significantly decreased. “These beneficial effects were not different between sexes and […]
The Korea Herald/Asia News Network SEOUL — Just like people, pets also lose large amounts of blood from accidents, diseases and surgeries, and therefore require blood transfusions. But, there is currently not enough donated blood in South Korea. That’s why keen attention is being paid to a bill recently proposed at the National Assembly that […]
It explained: “Platelet aggregation in the blood vessels causes thrombosis. “Therefore, inhibitors of platelet aggregation promise to be preventive or therapeutic agents of various vascular diseases, including myocardial infarction and stroke. “In the present study, we found that hericenone B had a strong anti-platelet activity and it might be a novel compound for antithrombotic therapy […]
“Having originated from Burma, pigeon blood rubies are of the highest quality. “There are three on each of Sophie’s earrings, surrounded by clusters of white round brilliant cut diamonds that total four carats. “As the Countess of Wessex, it’s always a sentimental choice when Sophie wears ruby jewellery, as red is the primary colour of […]
Although a certain amount of blood clotting is necessary to prevent excessive bleeding, clots that don’t dissolve naturally can cause problems. This is because the clots can travel to vital organs potentially leading to medical emergencies such as strokes and pulmonary embolisms. However, there are ways to lower your risk of blood clots. “As we […]