Archive for the ‘Heart Disease’ Category

In the News: Grain and able

Saturday, December 1st, 2007

The heart benefits of whole grains such as oats and brown rice have long been known but a recent study found they can reduce the risk of other diseases too.

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Ask Marilyn: Fish oils for a heart attack?

Saturday, December 1st, 2007

Q: I had a heart attack a few years ago. Should I be taking a supplement of omega 3 fish oils?

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In the News: Heart attacks drop by 17 per cent after smoking is banned

Thursday, November 1st, 2007

More dramatic evidence has emerged to show that banning smoking in public places reduces the risk of heart attacks. In Scotland hospital admissions dropped by 17 percent since smoking was banned in public places in Scotland.

The figures compare with an annual reduction of only three percent for the 10 years before the ban was introduced, the Scottish Government said on its website. Research led by Glasgow University showed there were …

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