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Does EDTA reduce arterial plaque?
I am 49 years old EDTA, reduced my cholesteral by 100 points in 2007. If cholesteral creates plaque then it should reduce it. Any quesitons send to cyberguy17@msn.com
Are group 2 elements heavy metals?
Group 2 elements, also known as alkaline earth metals, include beryllium, magnesium, calcium, strontium, barium, and radium. While some of these elements, particularly barium and radium, can be considered heavy metals due to their higher atomic weights and densities, the group as a whole is not typically classified as heavy metals. Generally, heavy metals are defined by their toxicity and density, and many alkaline earth metals do not exhibit the same characteristics as traditional heavy metals like lead or mercury.
I am Heavy rare and expensive?
I am sodium because I am a metal and metals are heavy and i am also very expensive.
Is arsenic considered as a heavy metal?
No, arsenic is a metalloid, which means it has characteristics of both metals and non-metals.
how do heavy metals affect us?
They tend to be poisonous to humans and can contaminate water and soil. Heavy metals would include elements such as lead, mercury, tin, arsenic, and antimony.
Plaque on the arterial walls is characteristic of?
atherosclerosis.
What age do most people first have well-developed arterial plaque?
30 years old. -Personal Nutrition by Marie A. Boyle and Sara Long pg. 162
By what age do most people first have well developed arterial plaque?
Arterial plaque typically starts to develop in childhood and progresses over time. By age 20, most people already have some degree of arterial plaque buildup, which can increase the risk for heart disease and other cardiovascular issues later in life.
In what part of the arterial wall does cholesterol plaque develop?
Under the endothelial layer.
What is arterial plaque made of?
Cholesterol, other fatty acids, and calcium.
What is the combining form meaning plaque?
The combining form meaning plaque is "plaque/o." This term is often used in medical contexts, particularly in dentistry and cardiology, to refer to the buildup of substances, such as bacteria or cholesterol, on surfaces within the body. Plaque can refer to dental plaque on teeth or arterial plaque in blood vessels.
What is the excision within the artery?
Endarterectomy - Excision within the artery (excision of plaque from the arterial wall).
Acidic or non acidic vitamin c for arterial plaque?
Acidic Vitamin C is best (pure L-Ascorbic Acid) Its the form Linus Pauling used and later was used by his successors to treat arteriosclerosis. The pure acid form will bind (chelate) to minerals in the arteries as well as supplement the arterial wall and strengthen it. Non acidic forms of vitamin C are lacking this feature
What is the medical term for a deposit of plaque on the arterial wall?
The deposit over time of plaque (lipids and fibrous tissue) in the tunica intrima (inner wall) of arteries is atherosclerosis. An atheroma is an encysted tumor (fatty deposit) in the internal arterial wall or is the fatty degeneration of that wall.
What is the medical term meaning passage of a balloon catheter through the lumen of an occluded coronary vessel to compress plaque against the arterial walls?
Angioplasty or balloon angioplasty is the medical term meaning passage of a balloon catheter through the lumen of an occluded coronary vessel to compress plaque against the arterial walls.
Where are heavy metals found in the periodic table?
Heavy metals are typically found in the middle of the periodic table. These heavy metals are often also transition metals.
What are the most effective arterial plaque removal drugs available on the market today?
The most effective arterial plaque removal drugs currently available on the market are statins, which work by lowering cholesterol levels in the blood and reducing the buildup of plaque in the arteries. Other medications, such as PCSK9 inhibitors and ezetimibe, may also be prescribed to help lower cholesterol and prevent further plaque formation. It is important to consult with a healthcare provider to determine the best treatment plan for individual needs.
