Plaque forms when cholesterol becomes lodged in the arterial walls. The process where plaques build up in the arteries is called atherosclerosis.... View Article
Autonomic nervous system is responsible for controlling the blood vessels (and most of the visceral organs such as the heart) Additional... View Article
Arteries are stronger than veins as they have to deal with higher blood pressures. This is evident by their thicker walls. Additional Reading:... View Article
The body has a vast network of blood vessels that extend to every extremity. Some are found deep within the body, such as the centre of the legs... View Article
Preliminary studies have revealed that vitamin D improves blood flow by improving the lining of the blood vessels. Vitamin B-3 is also known to... View Article
Certain preliminary studies have shown that vitamin D improves blood flow by improving the lining of the blood vessels. Vitamin B-3 is also known... View Article
The process of widening (or dilation) the blood vessels is called Vasodilation. It is a natural process, but can also be triggered by: Alcohol... View Article
A typical arterial wall consists of 3 layers:- tunica intima - this is the innermost layer tunica media - this is the middle layer tunica... View Article
Functions of secretin are as follows: Pancreatic bicarbonate regulation Gastric acid regulation Regulation of pH levels in the duodenum... View Article
Blood vessels are a part of the circulatory system. Additional Reading: Blood Vessels - Types, Layers and Functions Composition of Blood and... View Article
The process of widening the blood vessels is called Vasodilation. It is a natural process, but can also be triggered by: Alcohol Exercise... View Article
One of the most common causes of blood vessels breaking is due to ageing. As you age, the skin becomes thinner and the protective fatty layer... View Article
Blood vessels are important as they transport oxygen and nutrients to all the cells in the body. Additionally, blood vessels collect the... View Article
A minimally invasive procedure called Angioplasty can open a blocked or narrowed blood vessel. Alternatively, eating a diet low in cholesterol... View Article
Allicin, a chemical compound found in garlic is clinically shown to promote blood flow by lowering blood pressure and relaxing the blood vessels.... View Article
Vascular diseases is the term given to a group of conditions that affects the network of blood vessels. Since there are many conditions, symptoms... View Article