Cardiovascular disease is the world’s deadliest disease. The World Health Organization estimates that 17.9 million people die from it each year.
What does Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) say about cardiovascular disease? The Epoch Times looked at TCM and its relation to heart health.
It’s no secret that dietary habits are a big factor in cardiovascular health. In fact, a long-term study in Japan showed that people who eat more salt and fewer vegetables, fruits, and fish have a significantly higher risk of dying from cardiovascular disease.
Researchers at Japan’s Shiga University followed 9,115 Japanese people, aged 30 to 79, for 29 years. The study, published in Japan’s Circulation Journal, aimed to assess participants’ daily intake of vegetables, fruits, fish, and salt….