Angina Pectoris

Angina pectoris is the medical term for chest pain or discomfort due to coronary heart disease. Angina is a symptom of a condition called myocardial ischemia. It occurs when the heart muscle (myocardium) doesn't get as much blood (hence as much oxygen) as it needs. This usually happens because one or more of the heart's arteries (blood vessels that supply blood to the heart muscle) is narrowed or blocked. Insufficient blood supply is called ischemia.

Typical angina is uncomfortable pressure, fullness, squeezing or pain in the center of the chest. The discomfort also may be felt in the neck, jaw, shoulder, back or arm. Many types of chest discomfort aren't related to angina. Acid reflux (heartburn) and lung infection or inflammation are examples.

Angina often occurs when the heart needs more blood. For example, running to catch a bus could trigger an attack of angina while walking might not. Angina may happen during exercise, strong emotions or extreme temperatures. Some people, such as those with a coronary artery spasm, may have angina when they're resting. (See below, unstable angina, Prinzmetal's or variant angina pectoris.)


Dietary Strategy:
Avoid sugar and refined carbohydrates, caffeine and fried foods. Identify and eliminate food allergies.

For best results: Take CardioCare with Vitamin E. If atherosclerosis is suspected or diagnosed then Oral Chelatox with Essential Minerals and AgeBlock.