Angina
Chest Pain, Constriction or tightness
in the Chest
Angina Symptom
Angina pectoris derives from Latin and translates as 'tight chest'.
It feels like an oppressive, heavy, crushing pain or a constricting
feeling in the center of the chest behind the breast bone (sternum)
or on the left side of the front of the chest. The
tightness may increase during times of emotional stress, after
eating, or exercise. The pain can radiate out to either one or
both arms, more often the left. It can be experienced in the throat,
jaw, the stomach and, more rarely, between the shoulder blades.
Cardiac ischemia—insufficient blood flow to
heart tissue—and angina can be caused by the following:
Blocked artery, Aortic valve disease, Hypertrophic
cardiomyopathy, Microvascular constriction,
Pulmonary Hypertension, Coronary artery
spasm.
Atherosclerosis is the build-up of
cholesterol deposits (plaques) in the wall of an artery. If the
surface of a plaque ruptures, a blood clot (thrombus) may form on
top of it and create a larger blockage. If the clot grows large
enough, it can completely obstruct the artery. A 70% or greater
blockage can deprive the heart of the volume of blood needed to meet
an increased demand and cause angina.
Pre-Disposing Factors / Common Causes:
1. Diets high in refined carbohydrates
2. Lack of exercise
3. Insufficient zinc, magnesium and
vitamins A and E in the diet
4. Diet high in hydrogenated fat
5. High blood pressure
Lifestyle
Sleep at least 8 hours a night
Fresh air
Sunshine
Drink Fresh water
Yoga to reduce stress
Eat a balanced diet
Supplements that may help:
Supplement
Property of Supplements
| Hawthorn Berries |
Circulation of blood |
| Folic Acid |
Help to keep homocysteine
levels down |
| Evening Primrose Oil |
regulate arterial muscle tone |
| Du Zhong |
Cardiovascular herb |
| Garlic |
Cardio tonic |
| L-Carnitine |
Cardio tonic |
| Cayenne |
Cardio tonic |
References:
Fats and Oils by Udo Erasmus
Be Your Own Doctor by Ann Wigmore
Hidden Food Allergies by Stephen Astor
Medical Applications of Clinical Nutrition by Jeffrey Bland
Herbal Healing for Women by Rosemary Gladstar
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