Atrial fibrillation (afib) is an irregular quivering of the heart’s upper chambers, or atria. It can cause blood clots that lead to strokes. To prevent strokes, most people with afib must take a blood thinner (anticoagulant) for life.
A lower-glycemic-index diet reduces sudden increases in blood sugar. To get the benefits of such a diet without having to look up the glycemic index of foods, cut back on white flour and white rice, white potatoes, and added sugars.
A study found that taking over-the-counter anti-inflammatory pain relievers like ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin) and naproxen (Aleve) can increase risk of internal bleeding in people with atrial fibrillation who take blood thinners.
Researchers combined findings from previous studies and found that treating mild high blood pressure prevents heart attacks and strokes and lowers the risk of death.
A study found that three hour-long stretching sessions per week in combination with watching educational DVDs helped people in their 60s and 70s sleep better.
Added to usual back pain care, massage could provide extra pain relief, better function, and quicker return to daily activities. It’s unclear what type of massage works best.
For many years, I have felt like my legs have to constantly move, and sometimes I feel crawling sensations when I am resting. Do I need to be tested for restless legs syndrome?
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Low-fat diets do not necessarily improve heart health. Instead of limiting all fat, eat a diet that emphasizes whole, unprocessed plant foods with healthy fats like olive oil.