Peripheral Arterial Insufficiency

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Diets high in ultra-processed foods are associated with an increased risk of more than 30 negative health outcomes, including mental health disorders, cardiovascular disease, Type 2 diabetes, obesity and early death, according to a new study published Wednesday in The British Medical Journal. The latest study, which builds on decades of research connecting ultra-processed foods like prepackaged meals and sweetened drinks to poor health, sheds a staggering light on the need to improve our diets. Ultra-processed foods are estimated to account for up to 58% of total daily energy intake in some high income countries, according to the study researchers, and have become more prevalent in the diets of those living in low and middle income nations. Researchers from the Deakin University School of Medicine in Australia and Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health conducted an "umbrella review" of 45 meta-analyses on ultra-processed foods that involved nearly 10 million people.

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Though medications can treat peripheral artery disease (PAD), your diet plays an important role in slowing its progression. Peripheral artery disease (PAD) occurs when a waxy substance called plaque builds up on the walls of your arteries. This results in inflammation and reduced blood flow to other parts of your body, like your arms and legs. Over time, this reduction in blood flow can cause serious damage to the tissues. If left untreated, it can lead to amputation of one of the limbs. PAD typically occurs in adults over age 65 years, especially in those who smoke or have high blood pressure, obesity, diabetes, or heart disease. African Americans also have a higher risk of PAD than people of other races or ethnicities. Treatment for PAD is aimed at improving blood flow and reducing blood clots in the blood vessels. Here, we review the best foods to eat, diets you can follow, and what to avoid eating when you have PAD. Best foods for peripheral artery disease The key to reducing comp

Peripheral artery disease (PAD), also known as peripheral vascular disease (PVD) is a common condition where narrowed arteries reduce blood flow to your extremities, and most commonly the legs. Your arteries are also part of your circulatory system (sometimes called your cardiovascular system) and are responsible for carrying fresh, oxygen-rich blood to your organs. In the U.S., PAD affects more than 6.5 million people over 40 years old. Having PAD raises your risk for heart attack, stroke, and other severe health conditions. PAD can lead to symptoms like leg pain, numbness, or weakness. In severe cases, it may even cause critical limb ischemia, which can lead to tissue damage. Treatment typically involves lifestyle management techniques such as avoiding smoking, exercising regularly, and managing contributing conditions like diabetes. Medications and procedures like angioplasty or bypass surgery may also be used to improve your blood flow and alleviate symptoms.

The pulmonary arteries are the two major arteries coming from right ventricle of your heart. Their job is to carry low-oxygen blood from the heart to the lungs. There, the blood is enriched with oxygen (oxygenation), and excess carbon dioxide is removed. The blood is then pumped back into the heart via the pulmonary veins. This article will go over what the pulmonary arteries are and their function. It also covers medical conditions linked to the pulmonary arteries. MedicalRF.com / MedicalRF.com / Getty Images Anatomy of the Pulmonary Artery The pulmonary artery is big, relatively short, and wide. The left and right pulmonary arteries are each shaped like tubes with an opening called a lumen that blood can flow through. The left and right pulmonary arteries send blood to the left and right lungs, respectively. How the Pulmonary Artery Is Structured The pulmonary artery is shaped like the capital letter "T." The pulmo

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Though medications can treat peripheral artery disease (PAD), your diet plays an important role in slowing its progression. Peripheral artery disease (PAD) occurs when a waxy substance called plaque builds up on the walls of your arteries. This results in inflammation and reduced blood flow to other parts of your body, like your arms and legs. Over time, this reduction in blood flow can cause serious damage to the tissues. If left untreated, it can lead to amputation of one of the limbs. PAD typically occurs in adults over age 65 years, especially in those who smoke or have high blood pressure, obesity, diabetes, or heart disease. African Americans also have a higher risk of PAD than people of other races or ethnicities. Treatment for PAD is aimed at improving blood flow and reducing blood clots in the blood vessels. Here, we review the best foods to eat, diets you can follow, and what to avoid eating when you have PAD. Best foods for peripheral artery disease The key to reducing comp

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coronary a :: Article Creator Coronary Artery Disease And Women There's an old myth that heart disease is a "man's disease." The truth is this: It's the leading cause of death for both men and women in the U.S. The most common type of heart disease is coronary artery disease (CAD). You might also hear the name coronary heart disease. Without treatment and healthy lifestyle changes, it can lead to a heart attack, heart failure, and other serious problems. If you're a woman, you're just as likely as a man to get CAD. But certain aspects of the disease, like the risk factors and symptoms, can be different for you. When you understand the differences, you can take steps to prevent CAD, spot possible signs of it early, or get treatment for the condition if you have it. Women are more likely than men to have health conditions or life situations that up their risk for coronary artery disease. Some of these risk facto