Health & SafetyLooking at Heart Health With Traditional Chinese MedicineDiet and mind-body connection are key00CopyFacebookXTruthGettrLinkedInTelegramEmailSavePrintA Japanese study found that people who eat more salt and fewer vegetables, fruits, and fish have a higher risk of dying from cardiovascular disease. ShutterstockEllen Wan&Weber Lee9/6/2022|Updated: 9/6/20220:00X 1Cardiovascular 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.We had a problem loading this article. Please enable javascript or use a different browser. If the issue persists, please visit our help center.Share this articleLeave a commentEllen WanAuthorWeber LeeAuthorEllen Wan has worked for the Japanese edition of The Epoch Times since 2007.Author’s Selected ArticlesRisks of Plastic Chemicals That Are Everywhere in Your HomeDec 01, 2025The Hidden Dangers of Cooking Fumes and How to Protect YourselfNov 26, 2025Your Tongue Can Reveal Hidden Health IssuesNov 20, 2025How Essential Oils Help Fight Mold-Related InfectionsOct 31, 2025Related Topicscardiovascular diseaseunhealthy diethealthy diet
