Kidney :: Cystatin-C – New Kidney Function Test Better

Cystatin-C, a new blood test for kidney function, is a better predictor of death and cardiovascular risk among the elderly than the standard measure of kidney function, according to a National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI)-funded study published in the May 19 issue of the New England Journal of Medicine. This more sensitive test distinguishes those at low, medium and high cardiovascular risk, which may enable earlier detection.

Exercise :: Get off the computer and out to exercise in your free time

Do you – like millions of full-time workers – surf TV channels, play video games or boot up the computer in what little free time you have? If so, there?s a good chance you?re skimping on heart-healthy physical activities, scientists report at the American Heart Association?s 45th Annual Conference on Cardiovascular Disease Epidemiology and Prevention.

DASH Diet :: NutriGenie DASH Diet for Windows

The DASH diet is based on findings from the “Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension” a National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute-supported study that found that elevated blood pressure levels can be reduced with an eating plan low in total fat, saturated fat, and cholesterol, and rich in fruits, vegetables, and lowfat dairy products.

Ovarian Cyst :: Positive options for polycystic ovary syndrome

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, a condition set up by hormonal imbalances, affects ovulation, metabolism, and the cardiovascular system and can contribute to such problems as multiple miscarriages, diabetes, high cholesterol, heart disease, and endometrial cancer.

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