Arteries carry oxygenated blood away from your heart. They have thick walls and a muscular layer that keeps your blood moving. Arteries can be as wide as a nickel (about two centimeters). They are the ...

Folate and folic acid are two forms of vitamin B9: folate occurs naturally in foods, while folic acid is synthetic and used in supplements and fortified foods. Vitamin B9 supports cell growth and DNA ...

Arteriosclerosis and atherosclerosis are sometimes mistaken for the same condition. But atherosclerosis is a specific type of arteriosclerosis with different causes, symptoms, and treatment.

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