by J. Joseph Speidel, M.D., M.P.H. | Jan 17, 2022 | Building blocks of health
It was once thought that the development and progression of atherosclerosis was a “normal” or unavoidable part of aging. But, we now know that its occurrence and progression with age can mostly be avoided by putting in place the Building Blocks of Health. Multiple... by J. Joseph Speidel, M.D., M.P.H. | Jan 14, 2022 | Building blocks of health
Atherosclerosis often starts in childhood and frequently continues to increase in severity throughout life. The 1992 Bogalusa Heart Study examined the blood vessels of children who died in accidents. It found that the children, who ate a typical American diet, already... by J. Joseph Speidel, M.D., M.P.H. | Jan 12, 2022 | Building blocks of health
When an unstable plaque in a narrowed coronary artery ruptures into the lumen of the artery, the body may attempt to “heal” the break by forming a blood clot, and the clot may partially or completely block the artery. The sudden loss of blood flow to the heart causes... by J. Joseph Speidel, M.D., M.P.H. | Jan 10, 2022 | Building blocks of health
Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs), such as heart attack and stroke, involve the heart and blood vessels. Worldwide, cardiovascular disease is a leading cause of death, and in the U.S., heart disease is the most frequent and stroke the fifth or sixth most frequent cause... by J. Joseph Speidel, M.D., M.P.H. | Jan 7, 2022 | Building blocks of health
• Most people can obtain the recommended dietary intakes of the vitamins and minerals needed for good health by eating a variety of foods. • Vitamin deficiency may occur in the elderly; when nutrients are limited in one’s diet, for example, B12 deficiency among...
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