A 2005 study published in the medical journal ‘Circulation’ indicates that the risk of developing stroke and heart attacks can be increased by poor dental health, and recommends that we take more care of our teeth, gums and oral health. The research showed that there is a proven link between gum disease and subsequent narrowing [...]
What is a Stroke?
A stroke - also known as a cerebrovascular accident, is defined as the result of an acute deprivation of blood to part of the brain by the narrowing or thrombosis of an artery. This causes damage to, or death of, brain cells which are starved of oxygen. Alternatively it may be a [...]
Because there is no cure for Atherosclerosis, or hardening of the arteries, it is important to look after and improve your artery health before you develop the condition. Atherosclerosis is closely linked to high blood pressure which in turn has many contributory factors. Some of these are caused by lifestyle factors which you can do [...]
Hardening of the arteries – what is it?
The medical term for hardening of the arteries is Atherosclerosis. This is a condition where the arteries which are normally supple and elastic, become thickened by the development of fibrous tissue and the accumulation of fatty deposits. This can clearly be seen on the graphic below, where the [...]