THE BEST diet for older people is one rich in protein, with stroke prevention and increased muscle strength among the benefits. Protein is a macronutrient – a type of food required in large amounts in the diet – along with carbohydrates and fats. It is broken down by the body into amino acids, which are […]
Besides being used for making homemade vinaigrette and flavoring fish, the combination of lemons and garlic can be used for improving the health of your arteries. When you have increased level of LDL (bad cholesterol), it can build up on your artery walls and lead to a decreased blood flow, thus increasing your risk of […]
A spider that can kill you in about 15 minutes might also be key to saving your brain after a stroke. The venom from an Australian funnel web spider can kill a person in about 15 minutes. It might also prevent brain damage after a stroke. Scientists noticed a molecule in the spider’s venom looks a lot like another chemical […]
But they’re becoming increasingly popular as people try to quit smoking. Many people consider e-cigarettes a healthier alternative to regular cigarettes. But according to a new study, they could increase your risk of heart attack and stroke if they contain nicotine. Researchers from the Karolinska Institute, a medical university in Stockholm, found that vaping devices containing […]
A panic attack and a heart attack have similar symptoms, such as a strong pain in the chest, sweating, a prickly feeling, uneven breathing, and nausea. The fact that a heart attack can induce panic only makes it more likely that people confuse the two. But despite the seeming similarity, you can learn to distinguish between them effectively. We at Bright Side are certain that if either you […]