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Fish Twice Per Week -Not Supplements

Posted by Healthyou, Consumer Health Educator on Wednesday, October 31, 2012, In : supplements

Unhealthy eating is the #1 avoidable risk factor for diseases such as strokes. Fortunately it is also the simplest risk factor to modify.

For healthy eating it is recommended that a diet includes 2 servings of fish per week, also recommended is omega 3 & 6 fish oils.

According to a recent study 2 servings of fish per week reduces the risk for strokes, but not fish oil supplements. This is
another reason to place diet as number 1 and not rely on supplements.

For the study, researchers examine...
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Peripheral Artery Disease of The Legs

Posted by Healthyou, Consumer Health Educator on Friday, June 29, 2012, In : noncommunicable disease

Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD) is a vascular disease affecting the arteries of the legs.

The arteries carry oxygen-rich blood to the cells of the body so they can function and keep the organs healthy.

In PAD there is a gradual build up of plaque within the arteries , these fatty deposits restrict the blood flow and can cause other organs to fail.

PAD can also be as a result of an embolism or inflammation of the blood vessels.

PAD can be serious if not treated early; it requires medical attenti...
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