A new study just published in the Food & Function journal shows consuming 9 grams of freeze dried Cranberry powder which is equivalent to taking in 100 grams of fresh Cranberries, improved blood vessel function in healthy men in one month. 45 healthy men participated in this double-blind, parallel-group, randomized controlled study. Participants were given…
The Circulatory System also referred to as the Cardiovascular or Vascular System is an organ system that allows for blood to be transported throughout the body carrying life supporting hormones, nutrients, and oxygen providing nourishment and aid in fighting diseases, stabilizing pH and temperature and basically maintaining homeostasis. Arteries carry blood away from the heart…
According to research recently published in Lipids , individuals who suffer from Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD) have a low Omega-3 index when compared to individuals who do not have the disease. Peripheral Artery Disease affects the blood vessels located outside the brain and the heart. Essentially PAD is atherosclerosis of the leg arteries. Other studies…