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Heart Health

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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June 30, 2023/Heart Health

Lunch Break: 5 Heart-Healthy Midday Meal Ideas

Add fiber, watch the salt and reduce saturated fat in the meals you make

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Heart Failure Diet: Foods To Eat and Avoid

Limiting sodium consumption can help you manage heart failure

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April 27, 2023/Heart Health

How To Improve Blood Circulation

Blood flow can benefit from leg elevation and even low-impact exercise, like walking

woman with chest pain
April 24, 2023/Heart Health

Why Does My Chest Hurt? 3 Signs It Might Not Be a Heart Attack

Not all chest discomfort is a symptom of a heart attack

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March 28, 2023/Heart Health

Can COVID-19 Cause Heart Palpitations?

It’s hard to pin down why they’re happening, but palpitations alone are rarely cause for concern

Two people exercising in part with heart rate monitor watch in foreground.
March 17, 2023/Heart Health

Low Heart Rate: What It Is and When to Worry

Bradycardia, or a low heart rate, is more likely as you age — and could be a sign of health issues

Physician listens to child's heart beat with stethescope during officer appointment.
March 14, 2023/Heart Health

Heart Rate and Kids: How High Is Too High?

Setting a max heart rate for kids can be tough, so focus more on how they feel during activity

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March 9, 2023/Heart Health

Is Red Wine Good for Your Heart?

Studies point to potential benefits, but don’t open a bottle just to improve your health

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March 7, 2023/Heart Health

Artificial Sweetener Erythritol’s Major Health Risks

This common sugar substitute is linked to heart attack and stroke

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February 13, 2023/Heart Health

How a Lack of Sleep Contributes to High Blood Pressure

Blood pressure naturally dips when we sleep — and that dipping is crucial for a healthy heart

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