Chocolate and a healthy heart
There is not a person in the world who does not like chocolate. Bitter, milk, with nuts, filled - the confectionery market spoils the palate on this subject. Chocolate, which was once considered the...
Obesity harms the heart - gastric balloon therapy
Obesity is a disease of civilisation, with which an increasing number of the population is struggling - in Poland, it affects 19% of the population. The condition is chronic and is characterised by...
Lipid disorders - diagnosis, prevention, treatment
Cardiovascular diseases are responsible for approximately 4 million deaths in the population worldwide. The magnitude of the risk is therefore the basis for taking action towards appropriate...
5 simple ways to reduce the risk of heart attack in women
There is a stereotype according to which it is mainly men who suffer a heart attack. Nothing could be further from the truth! Women are also at risk of this deadly heart disorder, what's more, it...
How to take care of your heart naturally?
The heart is one of the most important and busiest organs - it works continuously, pumping blood into the blood vessels. The central organ of the circulatory system is made up of two atria and two...
Skin manifestations of heart disease
Many internal disorders are reflected in the external appearance of the body. By keeping a close eye on your appearance - including the condition of your skin - you can find out for yourself what...
Higher risk of dementia in patients with atrial fibrillation treated with warfarin
Both the risk of atrial fibrillation and the development of dementia symptoms increase with age. The most commonly used anticoagulant is warfarin. It prevents the formation of embolic material in the...
Why is it important to have your lipidogram and blood glucose levels checked regularly?
Atherosclerosis, diabetes, hypertension and cardiac anaemia are diseases that are affecting more and more Poles. Sedentary lifestyles, poor diets and stress can lead to serious diseases, the...
Health-promoting properties of amaranth
Amaranth, known in Poland as amaranth, the grain of the 21st century, is native to South America. It has been known since 4000 BC. It is widespread throughout the world. In Poland, Amaranthus...
Proper nutrition in anaemia
According to the World Health Organisation (WHO) definition, anaemia (anaemia) is a condition in which the concentration of haemoglobin in the blood serum falls below a certain level, leading to a...
Prevention of cardiovascular disease
Cardiovascular diseases are an increasingly common cause of death and often affect people at a young age. Prevention is extremely important to prevent them from occurring or developing complications.
Vegetables and fruit in the prevention of cardiovascular disease
A properly balanced diet plays a significant role in the prevention of cardiovascular disease. Vegetables and fruit are an important part of a properly composed diet.
Selenium-defender of the heart
Selenium is a trace element that ensures the proper functioning of the body, a deficiency of which leads to a disturbance of homeostasis.
Vitamin D and cardiovascular disease
Vitamin D has recently become the focus of research in many areas of medicine. Its action is not only related to the musculoskeletal system, but also to the immune system. The involvement of vitamin...
Fats in the prevention of cardiovascular disease
Fats are an energy component, a source of fat-soluble vitamins: A, D, E, K and essential unsaturated fatty acids (NNK cells T). In the prevention of cardiovascular disease, they should provide less...
Carbohydrates in the prevention of cardiovascular disease
A well-balanced diet in the prevention of cardiovascular disease should be adapted in energy and nutrient content to: age, gender, physiological state and physical activity. Next to proteins, fats,...
Potassium, magnesium, calcium micro-elements to improve cardiovascular function
The minerals potassium, magnesium and calcium contribute to maintaining cardiovascular homeostasis.
The role of B vitamins in the prevention of cardiac disease
The B vitamins are a broad group of organic compounds that include thiamin (B1), riboflavin (B2), niacin (PP, B3), pantothenic acid (B5), pyridoxine (B6), biotin (B7), folic acid (B9) and cobalamin...
Protein in the prevention of cardiovascular disease
A properly balanced diet in the prevention of cardiovascular disease is an important element of prevention. Its aim is, among other things, to maintain a normal body weight in the range of BMI...
Prevention of venous thromboembolism
Venous thromboembolism is defined as deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolism. Prevention is extremely important to prevent thrombosis, which can have life-threatening consequences. Prevention...
