Gauracandra 1 Report post Posted January 10, 2002 Before I quote this, wasn't there a recent finding that Ibuprofin or something similar in many aspirin products actually nullify the heart benefits of aspirin? I thought that was interesting. In fact, I recall a commercial that came out quickly afterwards. One company was DIRECTLY naming its competitors that used Ibuprofin and saying that their product helps with heart problems. It was kind of funny. Study: Aspirin Dose for Heart Patients Should Be Halved Thursday, January 10, 2002 LONDON — Major new research shows that people at high risk of heart attack or stroke should be given one or two baby aspirins a day, instead of the regular strength adult aspirin. The study also concluded that the aspirin can help a wider range of people with potential heart trouble — those suffering from risky conditions such as diabetes, chest pain, irregular heart beat and diseased leg arteries — but have not had a heart attack or stroke. Aspirin has long been the cornerstone of blood thinning treatment for people who have had a heart attack or stroke, but is not normally used for those who suffer potential precursor ailments. The research found that aspirin reduced the risk of heart attack or stroke, or death from those events, by 25 percent even in patients who had not had a heart attack or stroke. The findings come from an analysis that combines evidence accumulated over the years on the effectiveness of aspirin and its alternatives in staving off heart trouble. Coordinated by scientists at Oxford University in England, it encompassed 287 studies involving 200,000 people. The most crucial advance offered by the study is in defining the appropriate dose of aspirin for long-term therapy, said Dr. Eric Topol, cardiology chief at the Cleveland Clinic who was not involved in the analysis. "That's a big thing. Before this analysis we weren't sure what the dose was at all," Topol said. "325 milligrams was readily available, so it was used out of convenience, but now I think we've zeroed in in the range of 80 to 160." Most doctors and heart specialists prescribe 325 milligrams of aspirin — the same as a regular strength adult aspirin tablet — per day when applying it as a blood thinner. The latest analysis shows that between 75 milligrams and 150 milligrams works just as well, with less chance of internal bleeding. In the United States, a baby aspirin tablet, also available as low-dose adult aspirin, contains 81 milligrams. "There are two problems," Topol concluded "Doctors are giving too much or they are not giving any at all. We have a lot of work to do now to get all the patients treated and at the right dose. "That dose should be considered to be one or two baby aspirin and not the standard 325 milligrams," he said. A similar analysis performed in 1994 by the same group solidified the role of long-term daily aspirin treatment in avoiding second heart attacks or strokes in people who have already had one. The latest review, published in the British Medical Journal, is a much-anticipated update. "We've got clear evidence now from this review that people who haven't yet had a heart attack or stroke do benefit, but they are being treated less than half the time with aspirin," said Dr. Colin Baigent, an epidemiologist at Oxford University and one of the investigators. "If we were to tackle that group, that would save about 40,000 extra lives a year worldwide," he said. The study concluded that most healthy people, who have less than a 1 percent chance of having a heart attack or stroke, should not regularly take aspirin to prevent heart trouble. The key is to determine how unhealthy someone has to be to benefit from aspirin, Baigent said. If the likelihood of having a heart attack or stroke is smaller than the chance of internal bleeding from the aspirin, the drug would cause more harm than good. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tarun 6 Report post Posted July 26, 2002 Dog Tip of the Day - Tuesday July 23, 2002 I wasn't quite sure where to place this one. Maybe here? Have you heard about how having a dog can help lower your blood pressure and improve your quality of life? Well, now medical records indicate that heart attack patients who own dogs show a notably better-than-average chance of survival. The same is not true of cat owners, who recover at the same rate as non-pet owners. Not only can your dog cheer your heart, he can help heal it! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tarun 6 Report post Posted September 3, 2002 Natural Health Tip of the Day - Herbal Remedies And Healing The Heart There are special needs of someone healing from a heart attack. If patience and self-love can be cultivated, the healing process proceeds more smoothly. Consider taking garlic and parsley capsules 3 times a day. Emphasize a balanced, healthy diet and look into Chelation therapy to prevent a recurrence. ========== Natural treatment for Hepatitis C shows great promise! According to reports by users, colloidal silver is giving great relief from this terrible disease. EMAZING Quote of the Day Words are slippery. - Henry Adams Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tarun 6 Report post Posted September 28, 2002 Health & Fitness Tip of the Day - Wed20Feb => 28Sep2002 Beans For Your Heart You know how the saying goes: beans, beans, they're good for your heart; the more you eat the more you...-- well, you know the rest. You can finish singing it yourself. The reason I bring this up is that new evidence suggests that beans, and other legumes, really are good for your heart! According to a study of more than 9,600 Americans published in the November 26, 2001 issue of the Archives of Internal Medicine, those who consumed legumes at least four times per week had a 22% lower risk of developing heart disease over the 19-year study period as compared to those who ate legumes only once weekly. The reason may be that legumes contain many healthy compounds, including magnesium, calcium, potassium, folate, and soluble fiber. - M. Ellman These tips are for educational purposes only and should not be considered a substitute for professional medical attention or professional diagnoses. If you have health concerns, or want to start an exercise program, please consult your health care provider before embarking on any activity or treatment. EMAZING Quote of the Day Everything has been figured out, except how to live. - Jean-Paul Sartre Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tarun 6 Report post Posted November 8, 2002 Dieting Tip of the Day - HEARTBURN Most people think heartburn is caused by eating too much spicy food. While spicy foods can definitely contribute to heartburn, there are other causes, as well. One of these is high-fat foods such as those made with butter; also red meat, and sad to say in the month of February, chocolate--everyone's favorite love symbol! Onions seem to be a culprit too. Even a small amount of these foods can set off a heartburn episode. You don't have to give up the foods you enjoy forever, but don't fight fire with fire. Give your body and esophagus time to heal after a bout of heartburn. Eat more bland foods like complex carbohydrates that absorb stomach acid, such as rice, potatoes, and pasta. Health and Fitness Tip of the Day McDonald's Bobble Head Recall Now I'm sure that you always cook healthy meals at home and never eat fast food. But in case you do, you might want to know about an important recall of Chicago Bears Bobble Head Figurines that were sold at McDonald's. In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, McDonald's Corp. and Bobble Dreams USA are voluntarily recalling approximately 100,000 bobble head figurines because the paint on some of the figurines contains excess levels of lead. Although they have not yet received any reports of injuries or incidents involving these figurines, it is possible that lead from the paint can pose a lead poisoning hazard if ingested over time by children. The recalled bobble head figurines are designed in the likeness of NFL players Brian Urlacher and Anthony Thomas. The 7-inch tall figurines have heads on springs that cause them to bobble from side to side. The figurines are dressed in Chicago Bears' uniforms. The McDonald's logo and the player's name are printed across the front of the base. Labels on the bottom of the figurine read, "BOBBLE DREAMS USA" and "MADE IN CHINA," and "OFFICIAL NFL LICENSED PRODUCT." They were sold at participating McDonald's restaurants during a promotion from August 19, 2002 through September 12, 2002 for approximately $5.00. If you own one of these figurines, keep it away from children and contact McDonald's at (800) 244-6227 to receive return and refund instructions. Click here to read more information about the recall and see photos of recalled figurines. - M. Ellman These tips are for educational purposes only and should not be considered a substitute for professional medical attention or professional diagnoses. If you have health concerns, or want to start an exercise program, please consult your health care provider before embarking on any activity or treatment. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mxyzptlk 0 Report post Posted November 11, 2002 Seems I read something recently on these forums about hydration and de-hydration, and how taking anti-acids (over a long period of time) for heartburn can cause major health problems. Since I read that, I have almost completely stopped the anti-acid tablets. Water does the trick. If I get heartburn, instead of popping a pill, I drink a fair amount of water, and *presto*, no more heartburn. Also, chewing raw ginger root is a quick (and natural) fix. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
