MEDICAL – How cholesterol clogs your arteries (atherosclerosis)
To inform on the Atherosclerosis and its complex biological process: it is the idea of this project dedicated to the prevention of the cardiovascular risks of diseases. It was carried out by scientists and is adressed to general public. www.technicom-sa.fr
You’re 30, But Your Arteries Are Going on 80; A Better Way to Show Risk?
You’re 30, But Your Arteries Are Going on 80; A Better Way to Show Risk?
Knowing “vascular age” is helpful rather than just frightening because it can be rolled back with lifestyle measures and, for some, cholesterol-fighting statins.
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Cholesterol crystals incite inflammation in coronary arteries
Cholesterol crystals incite inflammation in coronary arteries
( Michigan State University ) Cholesterol crystals, known to be a catalyst for heart attacks and strokes, also cause cells to send out danger signals that can lead to the inflammation and hardening of arteries, according to a Michigan State University cardiologist. The discovery by George Abela, chief of [...]
Do built-up plaque and cholesterol in your arteries ever go away if you start a diet and exercise plan?
I know, eating poorly and not exercising can lead to accumulation of cholesterol and plaque in the arteries of your heart. I’m just curious if you start a diet and exercise program implemented after a series of cholesterol, the constitution has left or is still there (except surgery)? Thank you for your understanding, I appreciate [...]
Study Shows Why Cholesterol Damages Arteries
Study Shows Why Cholesterol Damages Arteries
In addition to crystallized cholesterol, atherosclerotic plaques always contain large quantities of immune cells but, surprisingly, no bacteria or viruses. It was previously unclear just how the body’s own defence forces are called into action. Even animals that are kept in an absolutely sterile environment can suffer from “clogging” or [...]