FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE BLOG
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Erectile Dysfunction is a risk factor for cardiovascular disease and mortality
More evidence that erectile dysfunction is a risk factor for cardiovascular disease is presented in a study just published in PLoS Medicine (Public Library of Science). This should come as no surprise considering that health of vascular endothelium is one of the elements necessary to ensure blood delivery to the 'periphery'. The authors added to literature on this topic by examining the degree of erectile dysfunction in relation to cardiovascular risk.
More evidence supports restraint with calcium supplementation
An extensive study just published in BMJ (British Medical Journal) offers more evidence* that higher levels of calcium intake can increase the risk of death from cardiovascular disease, ischemic heart disease and all causes.
Patients with psoriasis are at increased risk for vascular disease
Patients with psoriasis are at increased risk for vascular disease