Submitted by Dr T on January 17, 2011 – 10:03am in Cardiac Risks Question: Hi im 22 years old, i weigh around 229 and have a belly. I workout a few days a week. Over the last month or so I could see and feel my heart beat in my chest and its scaring me. DO I have anything to …
Can a cardiac ECHO show coronary artery disease
Submitted by Dr T on January 15, 2011 – 7:33pm in Cardiac Risks Question: Hi. Thank you for taking my question. I had a heart ultrasound this past year. I have 3 related questions.1. Why did the tech also put the thing on my neck?2. Is mild leaflett thickening to mean my arteries are plugging?3. Does an ultrasound show if …
The effect of Obesity on the Economy
Excessive weight affects virtually every organ system in the body, increasing the risk of diabetes, myocardial infarction, troke, cancer, sleep apnea, osteoarthritis, and other chronic diseases. Obese people are at a significantly increased risk for more than 30 major diseases, that include Heart Disease, Diabetes and Hypertension. Over the past 15 years, type 2 diabetes rates have doubled in eight …
Fear of coronary artery disease
Submitted by Dr T on January 15, 2011 – 7:17pm in Cardiac Risks Question: I am a 67 YO male who ran for 20 years(40 miles/week). I quit running at age 57 and still walk 5 days a week(30-45 min). In March 2010, was having very localized chest pain & was told by my PCP it was not my heart. …
Roasted Spaghetti Squash w/ Chorizo and Black Bean Ragû
Submitted by Dr T on January 14, 2011 – 6:00pm Roasted Spaghetti Squash w/ Chorizo and Black Bean Ragû. Hi everyone, Chef Piet checking back in with another one of my favorite comfort food recipes. When I make this, I use vegetarian chorizo sausage, but you can also try Al Fresco’s Chipotle Chorizo Chicken Sausage, which has much lower fat …
I have a low irregular pulse
Submitted by Dr T on January 14, 2011 – 4:34pm Question: I have become very concerned about my low (55-65) and highly irregular pulse. Any time that I measure pulse its irregular with STOP or missed beat every 2-4 beats. My blood pressure is normal. I feel OK and a little fatigued maybe. I exercise regularly 5 times a week …
My doctor told me I have multifocal VT but not to worry
Submitted by Dr T on January 13, 2011 – 7:29pm in Your heart rhythm Question: In the setting of a healthy structured heart, what would cause a run of multifocal VT? I was told today by my doctor that it is nothing to worry about, but I would like to research the things that can cause it so I can …
Rigatoni with Charred Cherry Tomatoes, Spicy Chicken Sausage and wilted spinach
Submitted by Dr T on January 13, 2011 – 6:21pm Hi everyone, Chef Piet here, Today’s recipe is for a delicious, hearty meal that you can make in under 30 minutes, Whole Grain Rigatoni with Chard Cherry Tomatoes, Spicy Chicken Sausage and Wilted Spinach. It is a perfect heart-healthy dish for all the snowy winter nights we’re having up here …
I have a High BP and pulse rate
Submitted by Dr T on January 13, 2011 – 3:55pm in Cardiac Risks Question: I have been leading a stressful life.I m 28 year old man.few months back..i had high BP of 150/100.Tuk some medication..but cudnt carry on.my condition has deteriorated a bit more.now i have longer bouts of breathlessness..discomfort in chest n left hand.headache.have high pulse rate of around …
Heart disease in Firefighters
Submitted by Dr T on January 13, 2011 – 3:02pm in Other Question: Are firefighters at a special risk for heart disease? Yesterday I asked an old friend of mine, the retired Deputy Chief of the Portland, ME Fire department, to comment on the article about heart disease in Firefighters. I was curious to hear his opinion, in particular in …