HEART COMFORT
Every year, approximately 1 million Americans die of cardiovascular
ailments .
The vast majority of these deaths could have been avoided if these people
had information about heart disorders and had been educated by their healthcare
practitioner in ways to alter behavior associated with heart disease.
Cholesterol-lowering drugs are not always the answer relative to prevention
of heart attack and stroke. Pharmaceutical drugs can cause many serious side-effects
and they often miss the mark because they fail to address the real cause of
heart disease.
Documented adverse effects of cholesterol-lowering
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The medical establishment in the U.S. perceives the heart as a separate organ
that requires specialization, which to a certain extent Traditional Chinese
Medicine (TCM) supports. But what is forgotten is that all the organs in the
body are related to each other. The heart pumps the blood to support the circulatory
system. In turn the blood supports the other organs and itself. The other organs
support the heart. All parts of the body are interdependent. The liver filters
(one of many functions) the blood from toxins which aids all the other organs,
In Asian herbal medicine, the heart, like all organs of the human body, requires
blood to maintain itself. Capillaries to and veins from support the feeding
and cleansing of the heart. When any of these vessels are blocked, then the
heart becomes interrupted in its functioning. This can become serious resulting
in many heart diseases. Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) focuses on opening
up the targeted channels revitalizing and harmonizing the organ’s function. Heart
Comfort opens the chest areas performing the above description in
about 45 minutes. Heart Comfort opens or naturally vaso-dialates
the vessels allowing blood to flow.
There are many causes of heart imbalance, which need to be considered ensuring
the best herbal treatment. In these cases additional formulas may need to be
considered. Since heart disease results from complex interaction of environmental,
nutritional, genetic, and emotional factors, I recommend a comprehensive assessment
and testing:
- test for every major risk factor,
- implement herbal regimen to correct imbalance
- re-test to assess the effectiveness of the treatments
The major “hidden” risk factors for heart disease:
- High cholesterol.
- High triglycerides [blood fats].
- High glucose [pre-diabetic and diabetic].
- High levels of an amino acid called homocysteine that result from vitamin deficiencies and hereditary factors.
- High levels of lipoprotein-A.
- Low function of the thyroid gland (also causes fatigue and depression).
- High levels of fibrinogen —a protein that makes the blood clot too easily and can promote clogging of the arteries in the heart and brain.
- High levels of ferritin—an indication of excess iron
- Elevated C-reactive protein—a marker for excess inflammation and tissue injury.
- Low levels of HDL “good” cholesterol and/or high levels of LDL “bad” cholesterol.
What does all this mean? Sum it up. Were ingesting too much of the source
material to excess. Were eat too much protein that all the above comes from.
I’m not saying you have to completely cease meat eating or no protein
but reduce it enough that your body is not backing up with all this toxic sludge.
Your elimination and body filtering system can only manage so much. Yes the
formulas (at the end of this document) will make your blood and lymph channels
more flexible, release the pressure and you’ll feel better but you will
need to adjust your diet to repair the body back to its healthy state. Longevity
Formulas has developed a detox diet for this purpose. There isn’t a magic
bullet but we have come as close as Asian medicine can offer.
It is important to work collaboratively with Allopathic practitioners and
their testing practices and vice-versa for additional confirmation of treatment
success.
Heart Stats
Some startling statistics*…
- One in five individuals has some form of cardiovascular disease
- Cardiovascular disease is the number one cause of death in the United States… and has been every year since 1919
- One of every 2.5 deaths in 1998 was due to cardiovascular disease.
- Nearly 950,000 people died from cardiovascular disease in 1998... and more than half were women
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Women & Heart Disease
Did you know that women have a 50% chance of dying from heart disease or
stroke?* The risk of a woman dying from cardiovascular disease is nearly
twice that of all forms of cancer combined. But, you can do something about
it.
- Know your risk
- Know the signs and symptoms
- Improve your lifestyle with a few simple changes
- Talk to your healthcare providers, ideally a alternative/allopathic team of providers.
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Morbidity
- Number of non-hospitalized adults with diagnosed heart disease: 23.0 million (2001)
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General Symptoms of Heart Disease
In people with heart disease, physical activity, emotional stress, and even
eating can sometimes bring on symptoms. Blockages in the arteries of the heart
often cause symptoms such as:
- Chest pressure, heaviness, tightness, or a squeezing sensation (sometimes these sensations are mistaken for gas or indigestion)
- Some people experience symptoms in only one area, and not in the chest area at all.
- Difficulty breathing when lying flat, swelling of the ankles, and palpitations (strong and fast heart beats)
- Dizziness, lightheadedness or fainting
- Pain that radiates to the shoulders, neck, or arms
- Nausea or vomiting
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- Symptoms of the heart are often experienced as spreading to the neck, the back, the right arm, the throat, ears, jaws, or stomach.
- Easy fatigue and breathlessness during activities
- Pain or pressure in the chest, back, arm, or jaw—usually associated with exertion
- Edema or swelling in the feet, ankles, or legs
- Shortness of breath
- Spasms
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Types of Heart Disease
Heart and blood vessel diseases are often referred to as "silent killers" because
they usually develop over time and can go unnoticed. Many heart problems develop
when the arteries, which supply the heart with blood, slowly clog with cells,
fat, and cholesterol—a substance known as plaque. This build-up of plaque
along the inner walls of the arteries can cause blood clots, or thrombi, to
form, leading to further narrowing or blockage of the artery. This condition
is known as atherosclerosis, or hardening of the arteries. Lack of blood flow
to the heart can cause a heart attack, while lack of blood flow to the brain
can result in a stroke.
Common Types of Heart Diseases and Conditions
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Blockage in the coronary arteries is called coronary artery disease—a
condition in which the heart muscle doesn't get enough blood and oxygen to
meet the body’s demand.
Risk Factors
Risk factors for coronary heart disease include :
- High blood cholesterol
- High blood pressure (hypertension)
- Obesity
- Physical inactivity
- Diabetes (type 1 or type 2)
- Stress
- Family history of coronary artery disease
- Male gender
- Aging
- Menopause
- Oral contraceptives (in women who smoke)
- Drugs such as cocaine
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Forms of CAD
Coronary artery disease can take the following forms:
Silent Ischemia
Silent ischemia is a form of CAD in which the blood flow to the heart muscle
is reduced but produces very little pain or symptoms. Women, older adults,
and people with diabetes may be more likely to have less or even no symptoms
of heart disease.
Angina Pectoris
Angina refers to pain or pressure in the chest, back, arm, or jaw—usually
associated with exertion—which indicates that the heart muscle isn't
receiving enough oxygen. Angina may be caused by a narrowing of the arteries
or muscle spasms in the coronary arteries. Angina caused by spasms is called
variant angina and it may be induced by cigarette smoke, cold temperatures,
strong emotions, and other sources.
It is important to note that angina—which consists of brief symptoms
that resolve in a few minutes—is not a heart attack. However, new angina
or a worsening pattern of angina puts someone at increased risk of having a
heart attack or cardiac arrest. The pain of angina can be relieved either by
increasing the oxygen supply to the heart or by decreasing the heart's demand
for oxygen. Thus, taking a rest from exertion or taking medication or herbal
formulas that dilates the arteries may relieve an episode of angina.
Heart Attack (Myocardial Infarction)
A heart attack occurs when blood flow to part of the heart is blocked and part
of the heart muscle is damaged and dies as a result. There are now treatments
that, if given in the first hours of a heart attack, can open up blocked
arteries and limit the damage done to the heart muscle. In addition, during
a heart attack a person is at high risk of an arrhythmia or sudden death.
For these reasons, it is especially important for the heart attack victim
to get medical help fast.
Some people may have few or no symptoms, but in general the more warning
signs and symptoms you have, the more likely it is that you are having a heart
attack. Signs and symptoms include:
Heavy feeling, pressure, or intense pain or squeezing in the chest that
lasts for more than a few minutes
- Pain that radiates to the shoulders, neck, or arms
- Lightheadedness or fainting
- Shortness of breath
- Sweating
- Nausea or vomiting
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Heart Failure
Heart failure occurs when the heart isn't pumping as well as it should. As
a result, the body doesn't get all the blood and oxygen it needs. Heart failure
can be caused by coronary artery disease, heart attacks, high blood pressure,
diabetes, diseases of the heart valves, cardiomyopathies (diseases that damage
the heart muscles), alcohol abuse, severe emphysema, and other causes.
If you have the following symptoms of heart failure, see your doctor:
- Swelling in the feet, ankles, or legs, known as edema
- Shortness of breath on exertion, caused by fluid that builds up in the lungs, known as pulmonary congestion
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Other symptoms of heart failure may include wheezing, shortness of breath
when sleeping flat, cough, and fatigue.
Diagnosis
of Heart Disease
The diagnosis of heart disease is often complicated. The following tests
are often used to help make a diagnosis:
- Electrocardiography (ECG)
- Chest x-ray
- Blood tests
- Nuclear scanning
- Cardiac catheterizaton
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Treatment of Heart Disease
Treatment of heart disease depends on the type of disease as well as many
additional factors. Coronary artery disease is treated with:
- Medications such as aspirin; beta-blockers; nitroglycerin tablets, spray, and patches; calcium channel blockers; and thrombolytic therapy.
- Surgery such as coronary angioplasty and coronary bypass operation.
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Prevention of Heart Disease
Research has identified certain risk factors that make people more prone
to heart disease. While some risk factors can't be controlled, such as being
male or having a family history of heart disease, those related to lifestyle
can be controlled, and may provide significant long-term benefits. Further,
risk factors often overlap. By making changes in one area of your life, such
as becoming more physically active, you may decrease your cholesterol levels
and blood pressure.
The following steps can help reduce the risk of certain heart diseases:
- Lowering the cholesterol level in your blood through dietary changes and 100% food quality Asian herbal formulas
- Engaging in regular physical activity (preferably aerobic activity, a minimum of 30 minutes per session, at least four times per week)
- Keeping weight or body fat in a healthy range
- Not smoking
- Keeping blood pressure in a healthy range
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Warnings
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