Avocados and cholesterol levels
Avocados, a tasty fruit, originate from Central America. The fruit is a valuable source of vitamins B2, B6, E, C and potassium, among others. Due to their content of monounsaturated fatty acids, they...
Heart-friendly soya
Soybeans belong to the plant family of the plantain family. Currently, 16 species have been identified, but the best known is the vegetable soybean(Glycine max). It is mainly grown in south-east...
Soluble fibre - why is it so important?
Dietary fibre is a complex carbohydrate. Fibre is divided into water-soluble (pectin, gums, plant mucilages, some hemicelluloses) and non-water-soluble (cellulose, some hemicelluloses, lignins).
Betaine and betacyanins for improved circulation
Betaine and betacyanins belong to bioactive, organic chemical compounds. They are found in large quantities in beetroot. They are responsible for the reddish-purple colour of the vegetable.
Fermented milk products and cholesterol levels
Fermented dairy products are a source of nutrients with high nutritional value. They are distinguished by their protein content of high biological value, balanced amino acid composition. They are a...
Grapefruit and atherosclerosis
Grapefruit is classed as a low-calorie fruit and is a source of vitamin C, beta-carotene and galacturonic acid. Galacturonic acid belongs to the uronic acids and is a component of the soluble fibres...
Takayasu's disease - pulseless disease - causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment
Takayasu's disease, otherwise known as pulseless disease, is a condition whose essence is inflammation , most commonly involving the aortic wall and its branches as well as the coronary and renal...
Primary prevention in ischaemic heart disease
Cardiovascular and vascular diseases, in the 20th century, became a huge challenge for medicine due to the rapid increase in deaths they caused.
Electrocardiogram
In a person with a heart condition, in addition to the history and physical examination, an ECG examination is extremely important.
Pistachios and the heart, or how what we eat affects our body
Pistachios are one of the nuts of the nanaceae family. Due to their high content of vitamins and minerals and phytonutrients, they are considered an extremely important source of micronutrients.
Hyperkalaemia - what is it?
Hyperkalaemia (hyperpotassaemia) is an elevated level of potassium (above 5.5 mmol/l) in the blood.
Myocardial neurosis
Cardiac neurosis, is described by patients as feeling pain in the chest accompanied by anxiety, apprehension, palpitations, chest tightness, shortness of breath and dizziness. Generally speaking, the...
Peripheral vascular disease - causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment
A situation in which the blood vessels in the feet, thighs or legs become partially or completely narrowed is called peripheral vascular disease. The narrowing in the vessels prevents the free flow...
Diagnosis by ECG tests
An electrocardiogram (ECG) is the electrical activity of the heart, recorded using electrodes clipped to the skin of the chest.
The impact of low blood pressure on a person's wellbeing and activity
Hypotension, or hypotonia, is not a problem we should underestimate, whether we suffer from primary or secondary hypotension.
Coronarography and coronary artery angioplasty
Ischaemic heart disease (so-called coronary artery disease) is a common problem among patients and a frequent cause of death. It is treated with drugs and surgical interventions. Percutaneous...
Gym classes - what equipment should I choose to exercise that is good for my heart?
Exercising at the gym is very popular. You can use many pieces of equipment, exercise equipment. Which ones are best for our heart?
Is regular running healthy for the heart?
A sedentary lifestyle is one of the main risk factors in the pathogenesis of cardiovascular disease (along with high blood pressure, abnormal lipid values, smoking, obesity).
Chest X-ray in cardiology
A well-taken history, physical examination and a number of specialised examinations are used to diagnose cardiovascular diseases, especially heart defects, which are the biggest problem in...
Drug-drug interactions with alcohol
A very large number of drugs can interact dangerously with alcohol Combining alcohol with drugs can result in serious complications up to and including death.
