What Essential Fatty Acid Can Help Lower The Risk Of Coronary Artery Disease?
- Coronary Artery Disease - Highlights
- Introduction
- Risk Factors
- Symptoms
- Diagnosis
- Prevention
- Treatment
Highlights
Coronary Artery Disease
Coronary artery disease (CAD), also called heart disease, is a condition in which fatty deposits called plaque build-up in the hearts arteries. These deposits cause arteries to become narrow and blocked, which restricts blood and oxygen flow to the heart muscle. CAD is the leading cause of death, for both men and women, in the United States.
Risk Factors
Some of the main risk factors that increase the risk for CAD are:
- Smoking
- Unhealthy cholesterol and lipid levels
- Hi...
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