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Vitamin E may not be effective in preventing heart disease
Taking vitamin E supplements may not be as effective at preventing the development of heart failure in women. This is shown by a study called Women's Health Study conducted by the National Institute of Health, a US government body - the first of its kind developed on a large scale.
Vitamin E is part of of a group of nutrients known as antioxidants, substances known to protect the body from oxidative damage to cells, so many people make use of this supplement to prevent heart problems. However, some previous studies on vitamin E have suggested that this substance may increase the risk of heart failure, and other studies have had mixed results.
In the current study, the researchers followed a group of about 40,000 older women or equal to 45 years, for a period of approximately 10 years. Participants were divided into two groups: in the first, they took vitamin E supplements and in the second group, equal amounts of a placebo-effect medication.
During the study, 220 episodes of heart failure were recorded. The results showed that vitamin E supplements had no impact on the risk of developing heart failure. Researchers point out that the results reaffirm the importance of focusing on primary prevention and other proven measures to reduce disease risk, including effective blood pressure control and primary prevention of heart disease.
Heart failure is one Progressive chronic condition in which the heart is no longer able to pump enough blood to meet the needs of the body. It affects more than 5.7 million people in the United States. According to data from the Unified Health System (SUS) and the Ministry of Health, about 398 thousand hospitalizations were made per HF in 2000, with 26 000 deaths.
Adopt three care to avoid heart disease
The doctor points out the three indispensable care that women over 50 must adopt to preserve heart health:
1. Eating
The consumption of processed foods, fast foods and trans fat is the great villain of the healthy heart. The increase in bad cholesterol (LDL) contributes greatly to the obstruction of blood vessels. In addition, those who find it difficult to eat healthy and control their weight usually present a situation of overweight and obesity, which increases the risk of heart disease even more. Including more fruits and vegetables in the daily menu and moderating the consumption of meats, pastas and fried foods is a good request.
2. Physical Exercises
According to cardiologist Otávio Gebara, clinical director of Santa Paula Hospital, physical exercises help to considerably lower blood pressure and strengthen the heart. The stronger the heart muscle, the less effort it takes to pump blood into the body, lowering blood pressure. Gebara values the attitude of having a healthy life. According to the doctor, the enthusiasm of the person who starts a weight loss process makes it change their lifestyle and incorporate activities in their daily lives that also help to decrease the incidence of hypertension and diabetes. Alcohol and Cigarette
Recent studies show that daily intake of one or two glasses of red wine helps to prevent heart problems. But cardiologist Otávio Gebara warns, "Anyone who has difficulty controlling their alcohol intake should remain obese. After all, too much alcohol can cause serious heart problems, including stroke." With regard to cigarettes, it is better to adopt "zero tolerance". "Nicotine and carbon monoxide affect the cardiovascular system, increasing the chance of a heart attack," says the doctor.
Glycated hemoglobin: examination
Hemoglobin (Hb) is a protein present in our red blood cells. The function of hemoglobin is to carry oxygen in the circulatory system. Glycated hemoglobin (HbA1c) is the fraction of hemoglobin that binds to glucose. During the life of the red cell - 90 days on average - hemoglobin is incorporating glucose, as a function of the concentration of this sugar in the blood.
Avoid interactions between supplements and medications
The authors, Dr. Mark Donaldson, director of pharmacy services at Kalispell Regional Medical Center , Montana, and Riva Touger-Decker, Ph.D., RD, a professor in the Nutrition Division of the Rutgers School of Dentistry, New Jersey, searched for articles and information on interactions between medications prescribed or given by dentists and the most commonly used dietary supplements in the United States.
Glycated hemoglobin: examination
Hemoglobin (Hb) is a protein present in our red blood cells. The function of hemoglobin is to carry oxygen in the circulatory system. Glycated hemoglobin (HbA1c) is the fraction of hemoglobin that binds to glucose. During the life of the red cell - 90 days on average - hemoglobin is incorporating glucose, as a function of the concentration of this sugar in the blood.
Avoid interactions between supplements and medications
The authors, Dr. Mark Donaldson, director of pharmacy services at Kalispell Regional Medical Center , Montana, and Riva Touger-Decker, Ph.D., RD, a professor in the Nutrition Division of the Rutgers School of Dentistry, New Jersey, searched for articles and information on interactions between medications prescribed or given by dentists and the most commonly used dietary supplements in the United States.
