Physiologically Speaking

MARCH 6, 2024

Plenty of people love to exercise. But the disheartening truth is that most people don’t enjoy exercise. A third or less of adults meet the minimum recommendations for aerobic and strength exercise each week. I’m an exercise scientist by training. We can promote exercise until we’re red in the face.

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All About Cardiovascular System and Disorders

APRIL 30, 2024

This means that he recognized long back, the role of life-style modification in preventing heart disease. Exercise in a regular pattern is one of the important life style modifications which everyone can adopt to prevent or delay cardiovascular disease. Regular exercise can bring down the blood pressure in the long run.

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DAIC

JUNE 18, 2024

A projected rise in heart disease and stroke – along with several key risk factors, including high blood pressure and obesity – is likely to triple related costs to $1.8 population could be affected by cardiovascular disease within the next 30 years, according to two new science reports. and Susan F. population.

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MIBHS

JANUARY 15, 2025

Smoking is a well-known health hazard, contributing to a wide array of diseases and conditions. Its effects on the heart are particularly alarming, as smoking significantly increases the risk of cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) and complicates medical procedures such as minimally invasive or bloodless heart surgeries.

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Physiologically Speaking

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) are the leading cause of preventable death in the world. As we age, we have lower levels of nitric oxide (NO), leading to endothelial dysfunction , arterial stiffening, and a rise in blood pressure (hypertension) — three of the primary causes of cardiovascular disease.

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Dr. Paddy Barrett

APRIL 5, 2024

Primordial prevention is changing the environment around you so you do not develop the risk factors for heart disease and, by extension, do not get the disease early in life. Share Reverse Coronary Artery Disease. We cannot entirely eliminate coronary artery disease. Regular exercise and hitting LDL-C targets of <1.4

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MIBHS

DECEMBER 29, 2023

Exercise and heart health— you’ve probably heard of the correlation before. Engaging in exercise can significantly contribute to maintaining a healthy heart and reducing the risk of cardiovascular diseases. Over-exercising or insufficient exercise can both have adverse effects on the heart and overall health.

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Dr. Paddy Barrett

APRIL 12, 2024

But for many people regular exercise at even moderate intensities will not be on the cards. Similar patterns have been observed for cardiovascular disease and also cancer. Less major diseases earlier in life. Less gastroesophageal reflux disease. Less high blood pressure. But walking. More movement.

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Physiologically Speaking

MARCH 22, 2024

Prolonged sitting has a range of negative effects on the cardiovascular system, while breaking up prolonged sitting with physical activity seems to help. Even though acute exercise protects against the effects of prolonged sitting, less is known about how habitual physical activity or cardiovascular fitness may influence these responses.

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DAIC

MAY 16, 2024

PAD is a serious, progressive cardiovascular disease primarily caused by a buildup of fatty plaque in the blood vessels, or atherosclerosis. This plaque narrows the blood vessels and reduces blood flow to the legs and feet, which may significantly impair physical function, walking performance and quality of life.

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GEMMS

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

It encompasses several factors, including the strength and efficiency of the heart, the flexibility and health of the blood vessels, and the ability of the cardiovascular system to deliver oxygen and nutrients to the body’s tissues. Moreover, a healthy heart contributes to improved overall fitness, endurance, and quality of life.

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Dr. Paddy Barrett

MAY 24, 2024

The DPP is a year-long program involving multiple group coaching sessions that focuses primarily on improving: Nutrition Exercise Stress Management. However, for those who used both nutrition AND exercise as their strategy, the risk of death from any cause fell by 28% 5. ” Diabetes. How To Reverse Diabetes.

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Circulation

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

However, the moderating effects of age and gender on the relationship of diet quality, smoking status, and exercise to cardiovascular health are unknown. Healthy lifestyle (diet quality, not smoking, and exercise) was also defined using a self-administered questionnaire. 86% female).

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Physiologically Speaking

JUNE 7, 2024

Rather, every day provides an opportunity to allocate time to activities that can promote or detract from our health: how much we sleep, how much time we engage in exercise, and how much time we spend in sedentary activities like sitting. Think about each day like a clock that’s divided into small little slices — a pie chart.

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Physiologically Speaking

DECEMBER 15, 2023

On Monday, I posted a video summary of the recently released Scientific Statement by the American Heart Association (AHA) on resistance exercise training for cardiovascular health. Everyone knows that resistance exercise is important for building and maintaining muscle mass. We lift weights to build and maintain muscle.

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Physiologically Speaking

DECEMBER 15, 2023

On Monday, I posted a video summary of the recently released Scientific Statement by the American Heart Association (AHA) on resistance exercise training for cardiovascular health. Everyone knows that resistance exercise is important for building and maintaining muscle mass. We lift weights to build and maintain muscle.

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Wellnest

AUGUST 24, 2023

Introduction One of the biggest causes of death worldwide continues to be cardiovascular disease. In this blog, we will unravel some of the most common myths about cardiac health and heart diseases while providing accurate and evidence-based information to promote a healthy lifestyle. Myth #3: Heart diseases only affect men.

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Wellnest

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

There is growing awareness of the risks of inadequate sleep for heart health, even though it is already well established that variables, including a poor diet, little exercise, and smoking, can affect the heart. High blood pressure and heart disease are related to insomnia.

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Dr. Paddy Barrett

MAY 17, 2024

If you take someone who has multiple risk factors for heart disease, including diabetes, smoking, abnormal cholesterol and high blood pressure, they have a 42 times higher risk of a heart attack compared to someone who does not have any of these factors. But why does stress cause more cardiovascular events? Reducing Risk.

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DAIC

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Clinical and Investigative Horizons (Session 410) Sunday, April 7 4:30 – 5:45 p.m.

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Physiologically Speaking

APRIL 10, 2024

If you exercise, you’ll probably live longer than someone who doesn’t. But can you exercise too much? Like anything — food, alcohol, work — exercise can also be overdone. There’s more debate about the optimal level of exercise for reducing the risk of death and disease.

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Dr. Paddy Barrett

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

I do this for three reasons: There is a relationship between short sleep and worse cardiovascular outcomes. Poor sleep generally impacts cognitive well-being, nutrition and exercise routines, all of which are key pillars of cardiovascular health. Prevalence estimates of sleep apnea in several cardiovascular conditions.

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MIBHS

DECEMBER 15, 2023

Blood Pressure Regulation Adequate sleep helps regulate blood pressure, a vital factor in heart health. During deep sleep, blood pressure naturally decreases, allowing the heart and blood vessels to rest and recover. Aim for seven to nine hours of quality sleep each night.

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Dr. Paddy Barrett

AUGUST 30, 2024

At the bottom are the four pillars of a good lifestyle: exercise, nutrition, sleep and stress. Here are five things everyone should know about sleep and heart disease. Poor Sleep Might Eliminate The Benefits Of Exercise & Dementia. Obesity is also a key driver of risk for cardiovascular disease. Not smoking.

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Open Heart

MARCH 9, 2022

Objective Decreased proximal aortic distensibility (AD) is known to significantly predict all-cause mortality and cardiovascular events among individuals without overt cardiovascular disease. Future studies assessing the effect of exercise training on arterial properties should include training starting age.

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Open Heart

MARCH 13, 2023

Objective The lifelong risks of cardiovascular disease following hypertensive disorders of pregnancy are well described. We aimed to assess participants’ knowledge of their cardiovascular disease risk and relevant health-seeking behaviours following a pregnancy affected by preeclampsia or gestational hypertension.

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All About Cardiovascular System and Disorders

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

There are several factors which increase the risk of cardiovascular disease in survivors of spinal cord injury. Thoracic spinal cord injury survivors with disability had significantly increased risk of heart disease compared to matched controls [2]. References Myers J, Lee M, Kiratli J. Am J Phys Med Rehabil. doi: 10.1097/PHM.0b013e31802f0247.

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Wellnest

JANUARY 23, 2024

Chirag Doshi’s take on the increasing Cardiac Emergencies in Gujarat Dr. Chirag Doshi, the director of the UN Mehta Institute of Cardiology and Research Centre (UNMICRC), has highlighted the increasing global incidence of cardiovascular diseases, attributing it to lifestyle choices and various risk factors.

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MIBHS

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

Cardiovascular disease remains the leading cause of death worldwide, and it poses a significant threat to men’s health. While cardiovascular risk affects both genders, men often face unique challenges and factors that increase their susceptibility.

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Cardiometabolic Health Congress

JANUARY 3, 2024

It increases the likelihood of developing chronic conditions such as heart disease, diabetes, and high blood pressure. Obesity not only affects an individual’s physical appearance but also poses serious health risks. These weight loss drugs, however, are not meant to be a standalone solution.

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Wellnest

DECEMBER 31, 2023

Risk of Cardiovascular Disease by COVID-19 Can COVID-19 damage the heart? Yes, COVID-19, primarily a respiratory disease, can affect the heart. Myocarditis symptoms can also mimic a heart attack, and small blood clots may cause pain. Exercise should be reintroduced gradually, ruling out structural abnormalities first.

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Cardiometabolic Health Congress

JULY 25, 2023

There are significant data that show that if you have obesity, you have a high risk of developing coronary heart disease, heart failure, type 2 diabetes (T2D) or risk factors such as hypertension and dyslipidemia. [1] 5, 6] So, it seems that once cardiovascular disease is present, then obesity may offer some degree of protection.

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AMS Cardiology

DECEMBER 14, 2022

While adopting a fad diet might seem like the most ideal solution to shedding some extra pounds, a better way to take control of your weight is to focus on lifestyle modifications, like eating healthy foods, tracking your nutrition intake and regularly exercising. Fit in some time for fitness. Get more quality sleep.

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Wellnest

JANUARY 16, 2023

Depression and heart disease share many risk factors, such as smoking, physical inactivity, and poor diet. Additionally, both conditions are associated with changes in the body's stress response, which can lead to inflammation and an increased risk of cardiovascular disease.

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Dr. Paddy Barrett

AUGUST 15, 2023

Insulin resistance is a core risk factor for the three leading causes of death: Cardiovascular Disease Cancer Dementia. Subscribe now Take cardiovascular disease, for example. Elevated blood pressure > 130mmHg (Systolic) Abnormal fasting glucose High Triglycerides - > 1.7

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Physiologically Speaking

DECEMBER 13, 2024

Additionally, shivering can improve glucose control by promoting glucose uptake in muscles, similar to the effects of exercise. Given the strong link between high triglycerides and cardiovascular disease, this finding holds significant clinical promise. After the full protocol, that number jumped to 32%.

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Physiologically Speaking

AUGUST 2, 2024

Lewis, The Abolition of Man Exercise is an anti-depressant. In fact, some studies show that exercise is better than antidepressants. And, at least subjectively, exercise boosts mood (ever heard of the “runner’s high”?) There is no doubt about it — people who exercise have healthier hearts.

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