Structure & Functions of the Cardiovascular System
The cardiovascular system, including the heart, blood and blood vessels, acts as closed transport system for the body.
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Why Are Men More Prone to Heart Disease Than Women?
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, more than 652,000 Americans died of heart disease in 2005. In fact, heart disease remains the leading cause of death in both men and women in the United states.
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How Do Cheerios Reduce Cholesterol?
In a study presented at the Experimental Biology Meeting in New Orleans, Louisiana on April 20, 2009, Dr. Kevin C. Maki of Provident Clinical Research announced that eating the popular cereal Cheerios can help to lower serum cholesterol by up to 10 percent in one month.
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How to Boost Hemoglobin
Hemoglobin is an important part of your blood that helps deliver iron and oxygen to healthy tissues. It's made up of four protein molecules called globulin chains. Two are alpha globulin, and two are beta globulin chains. The normal hemoglobin values for adult men range from 14gm/dl to 18 gm/dl.
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Effects of Oatmeal on Blood Glucose
Whether you've been diagnosed with type I or type II diabetes, chances are you're facing the same challenges: how to manage your blood glucose levels and reduce your weight. Fortunately, there are a number of easy, effective ways to manage both, and they don't require a lot of expense, time or energy.
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Foods Fortified With Plant Sterols or Stanols
According to the American Heart Association, an estimated 98.6 million adults over the age of 20 have cholesterol levels higher than 200 mg/dl, which is the threshold for being diagnosed with hypercholesterolemia.
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