Recognizing subtle symptoms, like unusual fatigue or fleeting episodes of chest pain, could be key to survival
Your pulse and heart rate measure different body processes, but in most cases, they’re the same number
Deep breathing, yoga and meditation are just some ways to bring your heart rate down right away
Statin use has been associated with weight gain but the reasons aren’t clear — and the benefits of statins far outweigh the risks
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If your provider has ruled out a serious cause, you can treat chest pain at home with antacids, inhalers or anti-inflammatory medications
Having underweight, having overweight and having obesity can be dangerous for your heart
The emotional toll of loss and other strong emotions can have life-threatening physical effects
A skipped heartbeat is usually your heart returning to its normal electrical path
60 to 100 beats per minute is ‘normal,’ but you can still be healthy outside that range
Your life depends on this incredible organ doing its job 24/7
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