Category: arteriosclerosis

Beware of Arteriosclerosis, Eat These Foods to Help Maintain Vascular Health

As the body ages, the development of arteriosclerosis becomes more common, increasing the risk of cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases. Fortunately, health experts believe adopting heart-healthy eating habits can improve blood vessel health and reduce the risk of heart disease and stroke. Arteriosclerosis occurs when arteries, which transport oxygen and nutrients from the heart to other…


Stretching Regularly Can Treat Arteriosclerosis: Japanese Researcher

As people age, their blood vessels will gradually harden, potentially leading to strokes and heart attacks. With age, many people also find they become less flexible. Most don’t make a connection between the two conditions, however. Recent research by Motoyuki Iemitsu, a professor at the College of Sport and Health Sciences at Japan’s Ritsumeikan University, suggests…