Friday, 22 November 2013 10:45
New Guidelines on Statins: Are they Necessary?
Cardiologist, Dr. Tim Fischell, weighs in on the new guidelines for preventing heart attack and stroke.
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The Dr. Leigh Vinocur Show
Wednesday, 20 November 2013 14:45
Non-Hormonal Therapies for Hot Flashes
While the fluctuation and decline of reproductive hormones is an expected event in mid-life women, the associated symptoms are nonetheless disruptive.
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Mindful Medicine
Wednesday, 20 November 2013 14:33
Natural Treatment Options for Heart Disease
Every 33 seconds someone in the United States dies from cardiovascular disease. Will someone you love be next?
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Mindful Medicine
Wednesday, 13 November 2013 14:33
Heart Health: Prevention & Treatment
Are there certain heart medications you should avoid? Learn which treatments work the best for heart health.
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Mindful Medicine
Monday, 11 November 2013 11:00
Latest Options for Heart Valve Repair
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University of Virginia Health System
Thursday, 31 October 2013 13:00
Are Hormones the Key to Zapping Fat?
Excess body fat isn’t just unattractive; it can increase your risk for serious health problems, such as heart disease and diabetes.
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HER
Thursday, 24 October 2013 12:45
Disease Doesn’t Have to Run in the Family
Do you know what diseases run in your family? Fortunately, genetics doesn't have to predict your risk of getting one of them.
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To Your Good Health Radio
Thursday, 24 October 2013 12:33
Are You Disease-Proof?
Are you disease-proof? What if you were able to reduce your risk of disease by a whopping 80 percent?
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To Your Good Health Radio
Thursday, 10 October 2013 14:45
Nitric Oxide: Lesser Known Heart Disease Risk
Low nitric oxide results in arterial dysfunction and increases your risk of heart disease.
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Healthy Talk w/ Dr. Michael Smith
Wednesday, 25 September 2013 14:45
Phytoestrogens: Helpful or Harmful?
Some estrogen found in your body is absorbed from dangerous chemicals and detrimental to health. But phytoestrogens are plant-based and may actually be beneficial.
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Mindful Medicine
Wednesday, 25 September 2013 14:33
Statin Drugs vs. CoQ10: Putting You in Danger
If you're on a statin medication but not taking CoQ10, you may be putting your health in severe danger.
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Mindful Medicine
Thursday, 05 September 2013 14:00
Coffee Drinking Slashes Your Risk of Stroke
Recent evidence indicates that coffee drinking can improve endothelial function, reducing your risk of stroke.
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Healthy Talk w/ Dr. Michael Smith
Tuesday, 03 September 2013 12:33
Sudden Cardiac Death in Youth Sports: Life-Saving Information
If you or a family member is genetically at risk for heart disease, your student athlete could be at even greater risk for sudden cardiac death.
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Train Your Body
Tuesday, 03 September 2013 12:22
Can Energy Drinks Cause a Heart Attack?
Energy drinks can do wonders for your sluggishness. But they may also do irreversible damage to your heart.
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Train Your Body
Friday, 30 August 2013 10:22
Do You Know the Difference Between Bell's Palsy and Stroke?
Bell's Palsy looks close to a stroke in symptoms, but is very different. Know the symptoms so you can get appropriate care.
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The Dr. Leigh Vinocur Show
Thursday, 22 August 2013 14:00
Is it Dangerous to Take Calcium Supplements?
Dr. Mike uncovers the truth about a study published in May 2012, suggesting calcium supplements increase your risk of cardiovascular disease.
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Healthy Talk w/ Dr. Michael Smith
Tuesday, 20 August 2013 12:33
In Your 20s: Should You Worry About Your Heart?
If you're in your 20s, you may think heart disease won't hit you. But the choices you make now can affect your risk later on.
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Train Your Body
Tuesday, 20 August 2013 12:22
Caffeine & Heart Health: Good for You or Not?
You love your morning cup of coffee or afternoon espresso for its mid-afternoon boost. But could your caffeine habit be affecting your heart?
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Train Your Body
Thursday, 15 August 2013 14:45
Can Niacin Fight Heart Disease?
Niacin, the B3 vitamin, is one of your greatest weapons against heart disease.
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Healthy Talk w/ Dr. Michael Smith
Wednesday, 14 August 2013 11:33
Healthy Bread & Rice Substitutes
While bread and rice were previously thought to be quite healthy, the opposite is actually true. Fortunately, there are healthy substitutes.
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Naturally Savvy
Thursday, 01 August 2013 14:00
Is Fructose a Poison?
Processed fructose is biologically connected to gout, high blood pressure and body fat.
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Healthy Talk w/ Dr. Michael Smith
Monday, 29 July 2013 12:22
New Genetic Testing for Cardiac Diagnoses
This type of testing can be the difference between effective disease management and needless risk of sudden cardiac death.
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Staying Well
Thursday, 18 July 2013 14:22
Is Low Magnesium Increasing Your Risk of Heart Disease?
Low magnesium should be viewed as an independent risk factor of heart disease. Are you in danger?
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Healthy Talk w/ Dr. Michael Smith
Thursday, 20 June 2013 12:45
New Blood Test: Predicts Risk of Future Heart Attack
What if there was a simple blood test that would tell if you are at risk for a heart attack? Would you take it?
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To Your Good Health Radio
Thursday, 20 June 2013 12:33
Heart Healthy: It’s Never Too Early
Ever wonder what causes a heart attack? Is it high cholesterol, bad eating habits, obesity? Learn the biggest reasons and how to prevent them.
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To Your Good Health Radio
Thursday, 23 May 2013 14:45
The Trinity of Nutrients for Lowering Blood Pressure
Three nutrients are proven safe and effective for lowering blood pressure – in some cases even better than prescription drugs.
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Healthy Talk w/ Dr. Michael Smith
Thursday, 23 May 2013 14:33
The Lesser-Known Heart Disease Risk Factors
Statin drugs have failed to eradicate heart disease. Why? Because lowering cholesterol is only one of several risk factors.
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Healthy Talk w/ Dr. Michael Smith
Thursday, 23 May 2013 14:22
Natural Ways to Safely Lower Your Cholesterol
Treating high cholesterol and lowering your risk of heart disease is very possible with diet, exercise and supplements.
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Healthy Talk w/ Dr. Michael Smith
Thursday, 23 May 2013 14:11
Statin Drugs: Miraculous or Misguided?
Almost everything that people think they know about statins is wrong. Join us as we bust the myths.
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Healthy Talk w/ Dr. Michael Smith
Tuesday, 14 May 2013 12:00
Sitting All Day Can Damage Your Health
Find out why sitting in your chair from 9-5 is risky business.
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Train Your Body
Thursday, 09 May 2013 14:00
Can Chelation Therapy Prevent Heart Attacks?
Is the medical community finally embracing Chelation therapy? Learn why this treatment is so beneficial.
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Healthy Talk w/ Dr. Michael Smith
Tuesday, 30 April 2013 12:11
Exercise is Medicine: Help this Sustainable Global Initiative
Exercise is Medicine is a sustainable global initiative. Be a part of an active lifestyle and change your life.
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Train Your Body
Tuesday, 30 April 2013 12:00
Your Best Health Prescription: Exercise is Medicine
What if there was one prescription that could prevent and treat dozens of diseases, such as diabetes, hypertension and obesity?
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Train Your Body
Monday, 18 March 2013 12:45
The Antibiotic You Need to Worry About
If you are taking the widely prescribed antibiotic Azithromycin (Zithromax, Zmax), you should be aware of the potential risks for heart problems.
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Staying Well
Wednesday, 20 February 2013 12:11
Healthy Hearts in Children
Did you know that there are cholesterol screening guidelines for children? Learn what you can do to improve your children's lifelong heart health.
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Healthy Children
Wednesday, 20 February 2013 12:00
Is Your Child At Risk For Heart Disease?
If members of your family have had heart disease at an early age, your child may be at risk for early-onset heart disease.
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Healthy Children
Friday, 15 February 2013 10:22
Overcrowding in the ER can Cause PTSD in Heart Patients
A new study in JAMA suggests that there’s a link between emergency room over-crowding and post-traumatic stress disorder in heart patients.
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The Dr. Leigh Vinocur Show
Friday, 15 February 2013 10:11
Women Be True to Your Heart, Change Your Lifestyle
Lifestyle changes that are necessary for a healthier heart are covered.
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The Dr. Leigh Vinocur Show
Friday, 15 February 2013 10:00
Women & Heart Disease: Know Your Risk Factors
What are the symptoms or signs of a heart attack in women? How do they differ from men? Who’s most at risk?
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The Dr. Leigh Vinocur Show
Monday, 11 February 2013 12:33
Understanding Heart Disease in Women
All women face the threat of heart disease. 1 in 4 women will die from it. Here are the factors you need to know.
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Staying Well
Monday, 11 February 2013 12:22
The Heart Attack Symptoms Women Need to Know
Understanding the symptoms and risks factors for a heart attack can save your life.
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Staying Well
Saturday, 02 February 2013 16:00
Be Heart Smart
How to eat, exercise, sleep, have a healthy sex life and manage stress to lower key risk factors for heart disease.
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YOU The Owners Manual Podcast
Thursday, 31 January 2013 12:22
Why Lowering Your Cholesterol Won't Prevent Heart Disease
Is high cholesterol really the cause of heart disease? You may find the results startling.
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To Your Good Health Radio
Thursday, 31 January 2013 12:11
The Truth About Heart Disease
There is new ground-breaking information about heart disease, and the correct way to prevent and treat it might surprise you.
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To Your Good Health Radio
Monday, 28 January 2013 12:33
Suprising Truth About Diet & Low-Cal Foods
We trick ourselves into thinking that since we are eating lower calorie foods, they are nutritional, but not all diet foods are created equal.
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Staying Well
Monday, 28 January 2013 12:11
Women: Heart Disease is More Prevalent Than Cancer
Why most women should be more concerned about heart disease than cancer.
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Staying Well
Friday, 18 January 2013 12:11
New Trends in Nutrition to Prevent Heart Disease
Women who have 3 servings a week of strawberries and blueberries can reduce the likelihood of heart attack by one-third.
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Staying Well
Friday, 18 January 2013 12:00
Health Benefits of Cocoa
Recent research found that a mug of hot cocoa had nearly twice the antioxidants as a glass of red wine, up to three times the antioxidants as a cup of green tea.
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Staying Well
Monday, 14 January 2013 12:00
Regular Check Ups & Blood Tests Can Save Your Life
A new blood test can identify if you are at a high risk for a heart attack within five years.
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Staying Well
Tuesday, 30 October 2012 12:45
Do You Know Your Vital Signs? Here's Why You Really Should...
Learn how to actively engage your healthcare provider as to the best ways to stave off disease.
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Train Your Body
