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Dr. William Davis

Dr. William Davis

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Heart Disease Specialist
posted 07/08/2009, comment (1)

The Five Worst Heart “Healthy” Foods

Q: When are "heart healthy" foods not heart healthy? A: When "heart healthy" is just a marketing claim with no real basis in reality or science.   In an ideal world, a food label proudly bearing the claim "heart healthy" truly would be heart healthy.   But, no, Dorothy, it's not a perfect world.    I'm not talking... Read moreChevron
LincolnB
posted 07/04/2009, comments (0)

My Computer Is Killing Me!

Call the police and get them here quick. My PC is attacking me. It has caused me to have heart surgery (angioplasty) and will soon cost me more as I continue to gain weight and consider weight loss surgery. It is evil as it slowly but surely fattens me up for the kill. It is relentless in its pursuit, attacking me both night and day with its never... Read moreChevron
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Melanie Thomassian

Melanie Thomassian

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Dietitian
posted 07/02/2009, comments (0)

Pregnancy and Your Heart

Finding out you’re pregnant is one of the most special moments of your life, and it’s also one of the most challenging.   There’s so much to experience, think about, and learn. And, worrying about your heart health on top of all that can be daunting and stressful. However, staying calm and relaxed is the best thing... Read moreChevron
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Melanie Thomassian

Melanie Thomassian

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Dietitian
posted 06/30/2009, comments (0)

Understanding Low Blood Pressure

Over the last few weeks we’ve been focusing on high blood pressure and the difficulties this can cause. But, having low blood pressure, or hypotension, can also be problematic.   A normal blood pressure reading is usually in the range of 120/80 (systolic/diastolic); low blood pressure is less than 90/60.   If you’re an... Read moreChevron
Allison
posted 06/25/2009, comments (76)

Pop Legend Michael Jackson Dead at 50

The LA Times has reported that pop legend Michael Jackson is dead. He was 50 years old. According to the Times, he was pronounced dead by doctors this afternoon after arriving at the hospital in a deep coma after suffering sudden cardiac arrest.   UPDATE: CNN is reporting allegations of Jackson's possible overuse of... Read moreChevron
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