Recent research, lauded as one of the most comprehensive studies on a traditional Chinese herbal remedy, indicates that tongxinluo might substantially aid heart attack recovery, prompting renewed interest in ancient remedies.
Researchers are not exactly certain why it works; and at the same time, a traditional Chinese physician expressed caution because of the company conducting the study.
A Deep Dive into the Study
Every year, nearly 750,000 Americans suffer from a severe type of heart attack, known as a ST-elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI). Timely medical response is crucial, and survivors often grapple with a challenging recovery; about half are readmitted to the hospital within a year.
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Sheramy Tsai, BSN, RN, is a seasoned nurse with a decade-long writing career. An alum of Middlebury College and Johns Hopkins, Tsai combines her writing and nursing expertise to deliver impactful content. Living in Vermont, she balances her professional life with sustainable living and raising three children.
