Peripheral Artery Disease: Just the Facts
So, what exactly is peripheral artery disease? As the name suggests, peripheral artery disease (PAD) affects the arteries that supply blood to your body’s periphery. The most common symptom of PAD is leg pain that typically worsens with walking or prolonged standing. Other symptoms may include: arm and/or chest pain…
How Diet Plays Into Vascular Disease
How diet effects the seriousness of vascular disease It’s not just about how much you exercise, it’s also about what you eat. Did you know that diet is the number one risk factor for developing cardiovascular disease? According to the American Heart Association, diets high in saturated and trans fats…
PAD Risk Factors and Prevalence
When it comes to peripheral artery disease, there are several risk factors to take into consideration to determine whether or not you can develop the condition. According to the CDC: Both men and woman are affected by PAD; however, African Americans have an increased risk of PAD. Hispanics may have…
Atherosclerosis and PAD
Discover the Link Between PAD and Atherosclerosis Atherosclerosis occur when plaque builds up inside your artery walls. The plaque is a combination of fat deposits, cholesterol and other substances collecting in the arteries. This occurring within the peripheral arteries is the most common cause of PAD, hence the term “Peripheral…
Coffee and Cardiovascular Disease
Are you one of those people who can’t start their day off right without a cup of coffee? You’re not alone, but a recent study out of Australia suggests that too much coffee can lead to cardiovascular disease. Time to rethink your morning routine? From the study, sourced from https://www.unisa.edu.au/Media-Centre/Releases/2021/deja-brew-another-shot-for-lovers-of-coffee/…
Heart Disease Facts
Heart disease affects millions of Americans each year, resulting in anything from mild discomfort to death. According to the CDC, the following are heart disease facts everyone should be aware of. Heart Disease Facts in the United States Heart disease is the leading cause of death for men, women, and…
