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METABOLIC SYNDROME  

Although there is an ongoing debate regarding the "true" nature, and even the "causes," of metabolic syndrome the extension of diagnostic criteria for this condition to adolescents will hopefully lead to earlier therapy.

Middle-aged adults who have been in the habit of drinking more than one soft drink a day have been found to have a greater than 40% chance of either already having metabolic syndrome.

Metabolic Syndrome is a significant public health problem in the US. The most recent American Heart Association guidelines can do much to change that statistic (if would just follow them).

Researchers discover that taking a brisk walk for as little as 30-minutes, six times a week can cut your risk of stroke, diabetes, and heart disease.

Syndrome -X is a condition that is wide-spread. Obesity, diabtetes, high levels of cholestrol and so on are detrimental to well being. Prevent disease, change your life-style--a simple 10 step program towards wellness.

Researchers report that high insulin levels may be associated with blood vessel blockages and resulting heart disease.

Many people are not even aware that they are suffering from a condition called Syndrome X.

insider look at treating Polycystic Ovarian syndrome with chromium supplements

Offering an overview of the complications associated with metabolic disorders and the development of fatty liver disease.

Heart disease is the number one killer of both men and women in the United States. Here are 5 tips that Dr. Oz says will help you decrease your risk of having a heart attack.

Initial findings after meta-analysis of previously published data suggest that ultrasonography may soon become part of the routine testing protocol for cardiovascular disease.

The Thyroid is a gland located in the neck it secretes hormones that are directly responsible for your heart regulation, pulse rate, your body's reaction to heat and cold, the growth of your hair, your skin texture and your metabolism.

For millions of women, PCOS leads to infertility and gynecological complications. This is an overview of the secondary complications of PCOS.

What does one do when they have to take care of a child with Lennox-Gastaut Syndrome?

A new study published in the latest issue of the Archives of Internal Medicine, reveals that men with good fitness levels exhibit better metabolic profiles and have less abdominal fat as compared to unfit individuals that weigh the same.

Approved in 1995 by the FDA, Losartan(Cozaar) has been used to treat hypertansion. Harry Dietz's team at JHMI has found that it can combat aortic anuerysms and aortic dissection, and can possibly eliminate the need for surgery in MFS patients.

There are many benefits of diets that are both low fat and low car.

A look at risks, treatment options and side effects.

Researches at the University of Michigan find the popular fruit has a whole slew of health benefits.

Vitamin D deficiency, discrepancies in health care, and low birth weight are among the factors that contribute to higher rates of some health problems in African-Americans.

Cinnamon is known to help heal to some degree those with type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, and high levels of cholesterol.

Obesity is a big problem in America. Three out of four overweight people have insulin resistance and may not even know it. If left untreated, it will turn into full blown diabetes later on in life.

Slow metabolism and how it works to put on weight, what causes it, how you can boost your metabolism to lose more weight.

I like good food. I try to eat healthy food, and I like an occasional fast food hamburger.

This article discusses the idea that poverty and genetic disposition play a role in childhood obesity.

Increased athletic endurance and enhanced immunity and insulin resistance are only a few of the benefits cordyceps has to offer.

Gardening has continued to increase in popularity from just 10 years ago. More and more people are picking up the gardening hobby and sticking with it for the joy it brings and the health perks as well.

For the past several months, I've been frustrated with the lies and myths of diets out there. I decided to commit much of my spare time to finding a diet that represents a completely healthy, perfect or close to it, but still tasty program.

Heart disease in women doesn't get the attention it should. Women have the same heart disease problems as men. Yet, heart disease is considered by many to be a man's disease. Five hundred thousand women a year in America die from heart diseases. We need prevention knowledge.

Keeping your beloved pets healthy should be of great concern to an owner. Not many people realize that, like humans, dogs can acquire or be born with heart disease. This can lead to an early death for your dog if it results in heart failure.

A new test may now determine whether you're at risk for heart disease - even if you're fit and have a healthy diet.

pollution from motor vehicles may be driving up rates of heart disease

Heart disease is preventable. For this reason, we need to know the simple steps we should be taking to avoid developing it.

Heart disease is a silent killer to people and animals. Read more in this informative article.

Heart Disease is the number 1 threat to women. Do you know the warning signs? Understanding the symptoms can help save your life.

Heart disease is the number one killer of Americans. Are you at risk?

Millions of women suffer from complications of heart disease. This is an overview of the implication The Pill and stress may have on the heart and the progression of heart disease later in life.

What are some common risk factors associated with heart disease? Is there anything you can do to minimize your risk of heart disease?

Heart disease is the number one killer of men and women in the United States. Where are five tips to keep our immune system and our hearts healthy.

February is American Heart month. Women need to know the facts of heart disease. Knowing the difference between fact and rumors about this deadly disease could save your life and lower your risk of getting heart disease.

If you're a postmenopausal woman, you may be more likely to develop cardiovascular disease than you think.

If you're seeking out different ways to treat this heart condition without using synthetic medications, than these natural remedies will provide you with the relief you, and your heart, deserve.

Natural, safe and proven relief from coronary heart disease, high blood pressure, chest pain, chronic heart failure as well as high cholesterol. Hawthorn (leaf, berry, extract) is one of the oldest known medicinal plants used in European medicine.

A paper presented at the American Heart Assn's Scientific Sessions demonstrates that maternal smoking in early pregnancy has been implicated as a causative factor in certain forms of congenital heart disease.

Heart disease in catas is hard to detce and hard to treat.

Because of advances in knowledge of genetic components of illness, new technology has been invented that gives doctors ability to measure C-reactive protein. This has predictive value for vascular disease, and therefore probable leads to prevention.

American women are 4 to 6 times more likely to die from heart disease than of breast cancer. Females develop heart disease later in life, but it's deadlier for them. Stop smoking reduces your risk by one third in 2 years.

New report identifies risks of heart disease, early death associated with even low levels of lead, another demonstrates CT scans may help decide which cases need urgent attention.

You've probably heard of other silent epidemics, but metabolic syndrome is one of the most dangerous disorders, especially since most adults who have it aren't aware of their condition. Approximately 25% of the adult population of the U.S. is afflicted.

In 1997, a study showed the link between C-Reactive Protein (CRP) and heart disease. The public began to hear rumblings about testing for CRP a few years later.