Cholesterol is a type of fat (lipid) found in the blood that plays an important role in building cells and producing hormones. Although the body can produce cholesterol itself, we also absorb a significant amount from daily foods, especially foods rich in animal fat. High cholesterol occurs when the amount of cholesterol in the blood …
You may not feel anything unusual in your body, but your cholesterol and blood lipid levels change silently every day, directly affecting your cardiovascular health without you knowing. When your bad cholesterol (LDL) ratio increases or your triglycerides exceed the limit, your blood vessels begin to accumulate fat, increasing the risk of blockages, high blood …
High cholesterol has long been considered one of the leading risk factors for cardiovascular disease and is a common cause of death worldwide. In particular, HDL (the good kind of cholesterol) plays an important role in protecting the walls of blood vessels and preventing atherosclerosis. The recommended HDL level is 40 mg/dL or higher. In …
Cholesterol is a type of fat present in the blood, playing an essential role in many activities of the body. However, when cholesterol levels, especially bad cholesterol (LDL), increase, it will deposit and form plaques in the blood vessels. Over time, these plaques cause the arteries to harden and narrow, reducing blood flow to the …
The hands and fingers are small parts but play a huge role in every daily activity. From holding and writing, to delicate tasks like typing, opening a bottle cap or buttoning a shirt, all affect the joints. When the joints of the hands weaken due to age, injury or arthritis, seemingly simple tasks can become …
Arthritis in the hands is often associated with age and wear and tear, but there are a number of reasons why you may develop arthritis even if you are young and take good care of your hands. Causes of arthritis in the hands include: Fibromyalgia is another condition that is associated with arthritis. However, fibromyalgia …
The hands are a part of the body that works almost non-stop throughout a person’s life. However, this constant movement makes the hands, especially the small joints in the hands and fingers, vulnerable to damage over time Hand arthritis can occur at any age, especially in people who regularly work with their hands or have …
Blood pressure is the force of blood against the walls of the arteries. When your doctor measures your blood pressure, the result is expressed as two numbers. The first number, called the systolic pressure, is the pressure exerted by the heart as it contracts and pushes blood out. The second number, called the diastolic pressure, …
Blood pressure is the force of blood against the walls of blood vessels, and is essential for normal blood circulation. Excessively high blood pressure can damage the vascular system, including the delicate blood vessels in the brain. Older adults need to effectively control their blood pressure to protect their brain health and maintain cognitive function. …
Dizziness is a condition that affects the vestibular system, causing a person to feel off-balance and as if the world is spinning around them. This common condition affects about 1 in 15 adults at least once in their lives. It is often associated with a disorder of the vestibular system, the part of the body …
