Flaxseed Slashes Blood Pressure
Inexpensive and safe flaxseed supplements can treat hypertension without drugs, according to a recent study.... More
About: Dr. Zipes
Dr. Douglas P. Zipes, cardiology consultant and contributing editor, is an authority on pacing and electrophysiology (rhythms of the heart).
Posts by Dr. Zipes:
Innovations in Heart Health
Medical “implantology” monitors heart patients on the go. ... More
Do Palm Oils Increase Heart Risk?
I know that coconut oil is bad for a person. What about palm oil? The answer depends on whether the oil is extracted from the... More
Heart Beat
Dr. Zipes offers advice on toxic friendships, LifeVests that prevent against sudden cardiac arrest, and fitness.... More
Common Causes of Irregular Heart Rhythms
Several foods and supplements can alter the heart’s electrical system and trigger heart rhythm disorders. Keep your heart in sync with this quick guide.... More
Heart-Healthy Holiday Foods
Holidays are for enjoying. So, here's a full day of delicious meals that are both festive and good for your heart. Really!... More
Cardiac Test Basics
Please explain the difference between an electrocardiogram and an echocardiogram. What exactly do these tests tell doctors about the heart?... More
Give the Gift of Life
My brother-in-law just turned 50 and needs a new heart. We sometimes hear that wealthy people get donor organs quicker than others. Is this true?... More
Heart Defect Often Causes No Symptoms
I had a stroke in 2003, and a diagnostic test showed a “hole” in my heart with no right-to-left shunt. The shunt didn’t show up... More
Low-Dose Aspirin for Heart Health
What is the latest information about taking daily baby aspirin to help the heart?... More
Heart Scars
Q: One year after a double bypass, doctors said my heart has scarred shut, and I need another surgery. What caused this problem, and what... More
Pacemaker Safety
Q: Is it safe for a person with a pacemaker to play the slot machines at a casino? A: It is safe for your pacemaker—but... More
Surgery Corrects Heart Rhythm
Q: How does the Maze treatment for atrial fibrillation work, and what does it involve? A: The Maze procedure is open heart surgery to eliminate... More
Help for Hypertension
Q: How many types of drugs can treat high blood pressure? I’ve had it about two years. Any suggestions? A: Doctors commonly prescribe five types... More
Heart Is Skipping Beats
Q: The medical profession says I have about 10 premature beats per minute. My pulse is in the range of 50 to 60 beats. Are skipped... More
Blood Pressure Paradox
Q: The systolic (top) blood pressure reading in my right arm runs 12 to 18 points higher than in my left. Results from an EKG... More
Heart Attack Risk
Q: I have angina, and some of my arteries are blocked. What are my chances of having a heart attack, and can a prescription drug... More
