| Alzheimer's Disease | Recommendation Vitamin B-Complex
"...In addition, researchers found that Alzheimer's patients had higher blood levels of homocysteine, which is already implicated in atherosclerosis..."
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Andropause/Male Menopause |
Recommendation DIM (di-indolmethane)/I3C (Indole-3-Carbinol)
"...More importantly, increased estrogen levels have been repeatedly noted as a risk factor for early atherosclerosis and heart attack..."
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Aneurysm / Rupture |
The Condition
"...Causes & Development Causes of abdominal/aortic aneurysms include ... Hardening of the arteries (atherosclerosis) weakens artery walls..."
Recommendation Test for Cardiac Risk Factors
"The authors of one study concluded that a high level of lipoprotein is an independent risk factor for thoracic aortic atherosclerosis and should be controlled in order to prevent aortic disease including aortic aneurysm..."
Recommendation Vitamin E
"...These data supply evidence of altered vitamin E metabolism and free radical processes in the tissues of patients with various manifestations of atherosclerosis..."
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Angina |
The Condition
"...Causes & Development The primary cause is atherosclerosis, although platelet aggregation, coronary artery spasm, non-vascular mechanisms such as hypoglycemia, and increased metabolic need (as in hyperthyroidism) can also be important..."
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Antioxidant Requirement |
Relationship to Atherosclerosis
"High-potency antioxidant supplements can reduce atherosclerosis in humans..."
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Anxiety |
Relationship to Atherosclerosis
"Researchers conclude that chronically high levels of anxiety are a risk factor for the progression of atherosclerosis, especially in men..."
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Atherosclerosis |
The Condition
"Atherosclerosis (hardening of the arteries) is the most common form of arteriosclerosis, a class of diseases in which the walls of a person's artery become thicker and less elastic through deposits..."
Relationship to Low DHEA Level
"Although there is some conflicting evidence, many researchers conclude that maintaining normal levels of DHEA provides some protection against atherosclerosis..."
Relationship to Aneurysm / Rupture
"Hardening of the arteries (atherosclerosis) weakens artery walls and predisposes the damaged portion to enlargement..."
Relationship to Senile Dementia
"Atherosclerosis is a risk factor for reduced circulation in the brain, sometimes called ischemic vascular dementia (IVD)..."
Recommendation Magnesium
"Magnesium is helpful in preventing blood vessel calcification (and thereby atherosclerosis)..."
Recommendation Increased Fruit/Vegetable Consumption
"...Eating fruits high in the soluble fiber pectin has also been linked with reduced cholesterol levels, which protects against atherosclerosis..."
Recommendation Aerobic Exercise
"Regular aerobic exercise lowers fibrinogen levels - a risk factor for atherosclerosis of equal or greater predictive value than cholesterol..."
Recommendation Chromium
"Chromium is often deficient in those with atherosclerosis; supplementation may result in plaque regression..."
Recommendation Selenium
"...than vitamin E, selenium and vitamin E are synergistic as antioxidants and inhibit or prevent the damage to tissues by free radicals which have been cited as causal factors in heart disease, atherosclerosis, arthritis and aging..."
Recommendation Lycopene
"Lycopene has been used in connection with the prevention (only) of Atherosclerosis..."
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Beta 1,3 Glucan |
As A Treatment
"...People with high risk of atherosclerosis should consider adding beta-1,3-glucan to their diet whether they are taking cholesterol-reducing drugs or not..."
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Carotid Artery Disease |
The Condition
"...The most common cause of blockage in these arteries is atherosclerosis, in which fatty materials collect under the inner lining of the arterial wall..."
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Chelation Therapy |
As A Treatment
"...is an option to be seriously considered by any person suffering from coronary artery disease, cerebral vascular disease, brain disorders resulting from circulatory disturbances, generalized atherosclerosis and related ailments which lead to senility and accelerated physical decline..."
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Cholesterol |
Related Topic
"...An excess of cholesterol in the bloodstream can contribute to the development of atherosclerosis..."
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Chromium Deficiency |
The Condition
"...bodies of people who live in the United States; tissue levels of people in other countries are usually higher, and those higher levels tend to be associated with a lower incidence of diabetes and atherosclerosis..."
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Cigarette Smoke Damage |
The Condition
"...This is mediated through smoking induced atherosclerosis and vasoconstriction..."
Relationship to Stroke
"Smoking causes cerebrovascular disease primarily by increasing atherosclerosis and thrombosis..."
Recommendation Selenium
"...[Atherosclerosis, 1991;87: pp..."
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Coronary Disease / Heart Attack |
Relationship to Low Male Testosterone Level
"...Low testosterone is linked to hypertension, obesity, atherosclerosis and increased waist-to-hip ratio - all of these being heart attack risk factors..."
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Diabetes Type II |
The Condition
"...Insulin resistance is also found in a variety of other common disease states including hypertension, atherosclerosis, obesity and polycystic ovarian syndrome..."
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Erectile Dysfunction (ED, Impotence) |
The Condition
"...In 85% of cases affecting men aged 50 and older, organic factors such as vascular disease and atherosclerosis of the penile artery are the cause..."
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Essential Fatty Acids |
As A Treatment
"...Improper low fat diets, useful for atherosclerosis, can kill you over the long term..."
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Estrogens Low |
Relationship to Atherosclerosis
"Low estrogen levels raise LDL-C (bad) cholesterol, while lowering HDL (good) cholesterol, both of which contribute to atherosclerosis..."
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Excess Sugar Consumption |
Relationship to Atherosclerosis
"Excessive sugar consumption has been linked to elevated triglycerides and may contribute to atherosclerosis, especially in individuals with elevated insulin levels..."
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Fish Oils |
As A Treatment
"...According to some but not all studies, fish or fish oil appears to lower triglyceride levels, raise HDL ("good") cholesterol, "thin" the blood, reduce levels of homocysteine, slow down atherosclerosis, help prevent death from heart disease, and perhaps also treat hypertension..."
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Folic Acid |
As A Treatment
"...Homocysteine is now considered an independent risk factor for vascular disease, especially atherosclerosis..."
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Ginkgo Biloba |
As A Treatment
"...concentration, increase alertness and short-term memory and has been used preventatively in regenerative compounds for loss of memory and senility, in cardiac protection formulas against stroke and atherosclerosis and for hearing disorders and vertigo (dizziness) where blood flow is poor in the ears..."
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Grape Seed Extract |
As A Treatment
"...Grape seed extract has the ability to decrease capillary fragility (weakness - leading to bruising), atherosclerosis and diabetes..."
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Gugulipids |
As A Treatment
"...Gugulipid has also been shown to protect against atheroma formation, as well as regression of the atherosclerosis in vessels previously known to have the plaquing..."
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High Total Cholesterol |
The Condition
"...Causes & Development Elevated cholesterol levels have been seen in patients with atherosclerosis, diabetes, hypothyroidism and pregnancy..."
Recommendation Plant-Based Nutrition
"...Atherosclerosis 1982;44:293-305 Kestin M, Rouse IL, Correll RA, Nestel PJ..."
Recommendation Olive Oil
"...In this way olive oil, with its high monounsaturated fatty acid content, may contribute to the prevention and management of hypercholesterolaemia, a dominant risk factor for the development of atherosclerosis, and to the prevention of CHD..."
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High/Increased Fiber Diet |
As A Treatment
"Diet is a major factor in 5 of the 10 leading causes of death: heart disease, cancer, stroke, diabetes mellitus, and atherosclerosis..."
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Hypertension (High Blood PRessure) |
The Condition
"...Coronary, cerebral, aortic, renal, and peripheral atherosclerosis are more common and more severe in hypertensives because hypertension accelerates the thickening of artery walls..."
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Hypotension (Low Blood Pressure) |
The Condition
"...It can also be related to pregnancy, strong emotion, atherosclerosis or diabetes..."
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Increased Fruit/Vegetable Consumption |
As A Treatment
"...we overcook our vegetables and throw out the water which now has most of what's left of the nutrients! Reasons For Use Based on growing scientific evidence, the incidence of coronary heart disease, atherosclerosis and stroke can be reduced through increased fruit and vegetable consumption, as can that of the major cancers of the Western world such as cancer of the stomach, lung, mouth, esophagus,..."
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Intermittent Claudication |
The Condition
"...Causes & Development Intermittent claudication is caused by arterial insufficiency (inadequate blood supply), primarily due to atherosclerosis..."
Our Question about leg cramps caused by walking
"Atherosclerosis decreases the supply of blood and oxygen to the legs, causing people with intermittent claudication to experience leg pain after walking a certain distance..."
Recommendation Magnesium
"...285-8] Many doctors suggest that people with atherosclerosis, including those with intermittent claudication, take approximately 250 to 400mg of magnesium per day..."
Recommendation against Beta-Carotene
"...Atherosclerosis 1999;147: pp..."
Recommendation Plant-Based Nutrition
"Important dietary changes for preventing atherosclerosis (and, consequently, intermittent claudication) include avoiding meat and dairy fat, increasing fiber, and possibly avoiding foods containing trans fatty acids..."
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Lactose Intolerance |
The Condition
"..... "In reality, cow's milk, especially processed cow's milk, has been linked to a variety of health problems, including: mucous production, hemoglobin loss, childhood diabetes, heart disease, atherosclerosis, arthritis, kidney stones, mood swings, depression, irritability, allergies..."
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LDL/HDL Ratio, High |
Relationship to Atherosclerosis
"LDL is the cholesterol type most commonly thought of as a strong risk factor for atherosclerosis and heart disease..."
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Lecithin / Choline |
As A Treatment
"...Lecithin helps to regulate fat and cholesterol metabolism and is beneficial in atherosclerosis, hypertension and diabetes..."
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Linden |
As A Treatment
"Used against atherosclerosis, with historic use as a hypotensive, especially with digestive problems and nervousness..."
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L-Taurine |
As A Treatment
"...It is useful to people who suffer from atherosclerosis, heart disorders, edema, hypertension, and hypoglycemia..."
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Macular Degeneration |
The Condition
"...The following signs may be indicative of macular problems and anyone experiencing these symptoms should consult an ophthalmologist immediately ... The major risk factors: aging, atherosclerosis and hypertension..."
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Magnesium Requirement |
Relationship to Atherosclerosis
"Experimental studies have demonstrated a correlation between magnesium deficiency and atherosclerosis, but without any clear evidence to determine the mechanisms involved..."
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Manganese |
As A Treatment
"...Deficiency is associated with atherosclerosis (fibrous, fatty plaques on the artery walls), and hypercholesterolemia (high levels of fat in the blood)..."
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Mistletoe |
As A Treatment
"Useful against atherosclerosis, a possible anti-hypertensive, historically used for exhaustion and nervousness, yet a strong potential for toxicity..."
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Platelet Aggregation |
Related Topic
"...Mild subclotting and sticking is a common early condition that can lead to thrombosis, atherosclerosis, and strokes, and can be helped by an aspirin a day, better fat digestion, and Ceanothus..."
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Platelet Aggregation (Clotting) |
Relationship to Atherosclerosis
"Excessive platelet aggregation has been linked with the development of atherosclerosis and other cardiovascular conditions..."
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Poor Circulation |
The Condition
"...Almost everyone knows how atherosclerosis (hardening of the arteries) affects the heart..."
Relationship to Coronary Disease / Heart Attack
"...For some reason, the process of atherosclerosis seems to affect different people in different places..."
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Premature/Signs of Aging |
Recommendation Selenium
"...than vitamin E, selenium and vitamin E are synergistic as antioxidants and inhibit or prevent the damage to tissues by free radicals which have been cited as causal factors in heart disease, atherosclerosis, arthritis and aging..."
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Problems Caused By Being Overweight |
Relationship to Coronary Disease / Heart Attack
"Even if you never become diabetic, high levels of insulin contribute to cardiovascular risk by increasing the process of atherosclerosis..."
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Senile Dementia |
The Condition
"...Causes include ... Atherosclerosis, or hardening of the arteries..."
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Soy Isoflavones (genistein, daidzein) |
As A Treatment
"...Oxidized LDL cholesterol accumulates in the arteries as patches of fatty buildup which blocks the flow of blood, resulting in atherosclerosis..."
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Stress |
Relationship to Atherosclerosis
"Circulation, the journal of the American Heart Association, reports on a study that has correlated the degree of carotid arterial atherosclerosis with exaggerated response to mental stress in men under the age of 55..."
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Vitamin B3 (Niacin) |
As A Treatment
"...Generally, for those with high cholesterol levels it has been used to help reduce the risk for atherosclerosis..."
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Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine) |
As A Treatment
"...Excess homocysteine causes atherosclerosis (thickening and hardening of the artery walls) and an adequate supply of Vitamin B6 will prevent the accumulation of this toxic metabolite..."
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Vitamin E Requirement |
The Condition
"...Attention has been given to the theory that vitamin E serves to protect against cancer and atherosclerosis..."
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