My sense of taste isn’t as good as it was a few months ago. I started taking Capoten on top of the diuretic I have been taking for some time to control my blood pressure. Could the new drug be affecting my sense of taste? If it is, what can I do about it?
The hsCRP test measures the blood level of C-reactive protein, an indicator of inflammation. Whether or not the test is worthwhile depends on a person’s level of cardiovascular risk and whether there is a family history of heart disease.
Deep-vein thrombosis typically occurs in the veins of the legs, and is more common in men than in women. It is often caused by long periods of immobility, such as during a hospital stay or lengthy airplane flight.
Americans are living longer than their ancestors, but women still outlive men by an average of five years, due to many biological, behavioral, and social factors. Making healthier lifestyle choices can help men live longer.
A high-sensitivity version of the C-reactive protein test can help detect inflammation caused by atherosclerosis in people at moderate risk of heart disease.
Trying to make major lifestyle changes to improve health is difficult. These ten small changes are easier to implement and can help you take better care of your heart.
The benefits of walking extend to many aspects of health and fitness. Incorporating walking into one’s daily routine is an excellent starting point.
Scientists are studying the possibility of a connection between statin use and reduced risk of prostate cancer, though the research is preliminary and far from conclusive.
Air pollution is harmful to the heart, but a diet with adequate amounts of B vitamins and methionine, an amino acid, may counteract the health problems caused by pollution.
Atrial fibrillation occurs when the heart receives an overload of signals telling it to beat, causing an irregular rhythm. It can be caused by a number of conditions including high blood pressure, heart failure, a viral infection, or stress.