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Life is precious, and so is your heart. Our advice from leading medical experts gives you the tools you need to prioritize your heart health — everything from lifestyle tips to recipe ideas and helpful guidance for specific heart conditions.

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May 28, 2026/Heart Health

Hereditary vs. Wild-Type ATTR-CM: Key Differences Explained

The type you have can affect treatment decisions — and clarify whether your family is also at risk

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May 28, 2026/Heart Health

How Melatonin Impacts Heart Health

There isn’t clear evidence that melatonin harms your heart — but finding the cause of sleep issues is key to long-term heart health

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May 22, 2026/Heart Health

Does Exercise Lower Cholesterol?

By boosting your ‘good’ cholesterol, exercise can indirectly lower your ‘bad’ cholesterol — but it’s most helpful when paired with dietary changes

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May 21, 2026/Heart Health

Is Aspirin a Blood Thinner?

Yes, aspirin is a commonly prescribed blood thinner that can lower cardiovascular disease risk — but it’s not for everyone

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May 18, 2026/Wellness

What Are Pulse Points and Where Can You Find Them?

Nine ‘pulse points’ around your body offer key information about your heart and blood flow

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May 18, 2026/Heart Health

Here’s When (and Why) You Might Need Surgery or TAVR for Severe Aortic Stenosis

Valve replacement procedures can help you live longer and feel better

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May 18, 2026/Heart Health

Heart Valve Surgery Recovery: What To Expect

Recovery time depends on the procedure you have, your overall health and your support system

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May 6, 2026/Heart Health

How the Heat Can Affect Your Heart

Sizzling temperatures force your heart to work much harder

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April 28, 2026/Heart Health

How Prednisone Affects Your Heart

The steroid medication may raise your blood pressure and cause heart palpitations

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April 24, 2026/Heart Health

Why Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy Symptoms Can Change From Day to Day and Over Time

Factors like dehydration, stress, heavy meals, alcohol and aging can affect how you feel when you’re living with HCM

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