heart failure

NHS Waiting List Tops Seven Million for First Time Leaving One in Eight People in England Waiting for Treatment

The NHS waiting list for routine operations has topped 7 million for the first time, leaving 1 in 8 people in England waiting for treatment. The number out of work due to long-term sickness is at a record high of 2.5m.
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Ep122 Heart Attack Victim is doing superbly – how did he Fix the Issue?

We check back in with Mark Felstead on how he’s been doing – and he’s been transforming himself! He had got hammered by The Widowmaker itself – kept alive by his sports mates, and in a coma for 10 days. He now has a passion to help others!  www.WeLoveOurHeart.com Mark has been delighted with the CX8 … Ep122 Heart Attack Victim is doing superbly – how did he Fix the Issue? Read More »

Ep108: We Love Our Heart – Surviving a Massive Heart Attack and Fixing the Issue!

Back to heart disease prevention today with Mark Felstead who got the big one out of the blue – The Widowmaker itself. Kept alive by his sports mates and in a coma for 10 days. Incredibly he came through – fixed his issue – and now has a passion to help others! Go to www.WeLoveOurHeart.com Ep108: We Love Our Heart – Surviving a Massive Heart Attack and Fixing the Issue! Read More »

Study Suggests that a Coffee-Infused Heart is a Healthy Heart

Using data from a large, ongoing study, researchers have discovered what they think is a direct link between increased coffee consumption and better heart health.
That direct link is a strong one, too. Researchers, funded by the American Heart Association (AHA) and the University of Colorado School of Medicine, found that for every additional 8 oz. cup of coffee people drank, their risk of experiencing a heart failure, stroke, or coronary disease decreased by 8%, 7%, and 5%, respectively. [1]

Study Shows Why It Is So Important to Maintain a Steady Weight

I’m sure I don’t have to tell you how easy it is to gain a few pounds – or how difficult it can be to lose it! Five pounds might seem like little more than a nuisance, but a recent study indicates that packing on just a few pounds can increase your chances of developing heart failure. [1]
A little weight gain can lead to a lot of health problems because packing on pounds can alter the structure of the heart and its ability to pump blood.

FDA Issues Warning for 2 Diabetes Drugs Linked to Increased Heart Failure Risk

Following the results of 2 clinical trials, the Food and Drug Administration has issued warnings for diabetes medications containing saxagliptin and alogliptin. These medications have been shown to increase the risk of heart failure, especially for those who already suffer from heart or kidney disease.
An FDA statement notes:

Newly Discovered Danger of High Fructose Corn Syrup is Alarming

It’s no mystery that packaged and prepared foods in our grocery stores are full of high fructose corn syrup (HFCS). Though while more food makers are omitting this ingredient due to health dangers (and consumer demand), some companies are still including this health-damaging ingredient. Now, new troubling scientific studies reveal how high fructose corn syrup-containing foods are causing yet another unwanted side effect – heart failure.