Broken Heart Syndrome: Yes, You Really Can Die of a Broken Heart…
Posted by: Tampa Cardio
On: September 23, 2020
If you have been lucky enough to live a life without getting your heart broken count your blessings. While a breakup may feel bad an actual broken heart which leads to a medical condition known as Broken Heart Syndrome usually involves the death of a loved one. For years it was considered an old wive’s
Why People Choose to Visit a Nutritionist in Tampa, Florida
Posted by: Tampa Cardio
On: September 14, 2020
Why People Choose to Visit a Nutritionist in Tampa, Florida There is so much conflicting information on the internet it’s very hard to know what’s truth and what’s conjecture. When it comes to your health and food planning, nothing can top the advice of a trained licensed nutritionist. No two people have the exact same
Heart News: Warning – The Keto Diet May Cause Heart Palpitations
Posted by: Tampa Cardio
On: September 11, 2020
The keto diet has been all the rage lately for those looking to lose weight, get healthy, and keep heart disease at bay. The Keto Diet is just one of many ways people can take control of their health by monitoring the food they eat. In short, the ketogenic (keto) diet is a low carb
Signs and symptoms of Heart Disease, What to Watch Out For
Posted by: Tampa Cardio
On: September 8, 2020
Did you know that heart disease is the leading cause of death for both men and women in the United States? In fact, one person dies from cardiovascular disease (heart disease) every 37 seconds. Heart disease is a serious condition. If you know the signs and symptoms of heart disease, you can keep
Blood Donation and Heart Disease
Posted by: Tampa Cardio
On: September 1, 2020
Blood Donation and Heart Disease Many people wrongly believe that if you have heart disease you cannot donate blood. In fact, not only can you donate, but many doctors would encourage you to do so! Giving blood has proven health benefits for the giver as well as the receiver. Donating blood can be good for
Cardiac Catheter Information All Patients Should Know
Posted by: Tampa Cardio
On: August 26, 2020
If your cardiologist needs to get a close look inside of your hearts blood vessels, they will use a special x-ray known as an angiogram. Dye is inserted using a thin hollow tube known as a catheter. This is what cardiac catheterization is. It is used to check for heart diseases such as coronary artery
Your Body’s Silent Cries for More Water
Posted by: Tampa Cardio
On: August 24, 2020
You may think “But, I’m not thirsty” The truth is, by the time you are thirsty, you are already dehydrated. Drinking enough water is a great way to make sure your body performs the way it should. Neglecting to do so can result in problems for every organ in the body. This is especially an
Mini Strokes (Transient Ischemic Attacks) Are More Common Than You Might Think
Posted by: Tampa Cardio
On: August 17, 2020
A transient ischemic attack also known as a TIA, is a mini version of a stroke that occurs when a blood clot clogs an artery for a short period of time. The only difference between a full on stroke and mini stroke is that a TIA the blockage temporary and dislodges itself. Symptoms come on
Common Myths About Cholesterol – Get the Heart Health Facts
Posted by: Tampa Cardio
On: August 12, 2020
When it comes to cholesterol or really any other topic of health information out there on the web there is a ton of good information but also a bunch of misinformation as well. Without a medical background it can be tough sometimes to sort the truth from fiction. We wanted to take the time today
What is Sudden Cardiac Arrest, and Could I Be at Risk?
Posted by: Tampa Cardio
On: August 10, 2020
Sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) has made a lot of recent appearances in the news lately, especially after a 17-year-old varsity tennis captain passed away from cardiac arrest in California earlier this week. How does an athletic, active, and incredibly young girl, in seemingly perfect health, pass away so suddenly? The truth is that instances like
