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6 health problems men shouldn't ignore

June 26, 2020

Men are more likely to downplay symptoms when they go to the doctor, but ignoring small concerns could lead to bigger problems down the road....

tags: annual wellness exam , heart disease , high blood pressure , mental health , newsletter

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Could a supplement help keep your mind sharp?

June 8, 2020

Worried about dementia? There are ways you can protect your mind, but brain supplements may not be the answer. Learn how to be a smart shopper...

tags: diet , exercise , heart health , newsletter , sleep , supplements

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The depression and heart disease link

February 24, 2020

There’s a close link between heart disease and depression. The good news? Keeping your heart healthy can keep your mood up—and vice...

tags: depression , heart health , mental health , newsletter , stress

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Heart failure and heart rhythm: The link you need...

February 18, 2020

Arrhythmia can lead to heart failure, and heart failure can lead to arrhythmia. Here’s what to look out for and what to do if you have ...

tags: arrhythmia , heart failure , heart muscle , heart rhythm

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How working too much affects your heart

February 17, 2020

If you’re routinely working overtime and sitting at your desk for prolonged periods of time, your heart health may suffer. Find out how...

tags: diet , exercise , heart health , newsletter , stress , work life

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Do you need to see an electrophysiologist?

February 10, 2020

Electrophysiologists are cardiologists who focus on heart rhythm disturbances. Know when you may need to see one—and how to get this specialized...

tags: arrhythmias , electricity , heart rhythm , heart specialist , newsletter

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7 worst things for a woman’s heart

February 3, 2020

Heart disease is the number one killer of women, but only one out of five American women believe it’s a threat.

tags: diet , exercise , heart disease , heart events , newsletter , stress

Understanding Cholesterol

January 11, 2018

“You can't have too much of a good thing,” the saying goes. But more often than not, you can. Sunshine is good, for example,...

tags: cholesterol , diet , health , healthy heart , heart , heart disease , heart health , nutrition

Is Heart Disease Genetic?

January 11, 2018

Maybe you already know that heart disease is the number one cause of death in the US. You consider yourself to be pretty healthy, so you don't...

tags: cardiovascular disease , diet , exercise , health , healthy heart , heart , heart disease , heart health , nutrition

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Sugar: How Bad Is It for You Really?

August 15, 2017

Research has shown that too much of the sweet stuff can lead to obesity, type 2 diabetes, coronary artery disease, cognitive decline and even...

tags: cancer , carbohydrates , dextrose , diabetes , glucose , heart disease , high fructose corn syrup , maltose , malt syrup , obesity , rice syrup , sucrose , sugar

Diabetes and Pre-Diabetes

November 11, 2016 by Val Chessin, RN, BSN, CDE

About 30 million people in the United States now have type 2 diabetes, which can lead to serious health problems, like stroke, heart disease,...

tags: blood glucose , diabetes , diabetes awareness , diabetes prevention , diet , exercise , heart disease , kidney disease , nutrition , pre-diabetes , stroke , type 2 diabetes

The Quick-Fix Mediterranean Diet

June 21, 2016

Adding international flair to your diet could quickly lead to a healthier heart.

tags: diet , healthy heart , heart disease , heart health , mediterranean diet , nutrition , vitamins

Who's In The Operating Room With You During Heart...

November 19, 2015

Having heart surgery is scary enough. Having a bunch of masked strangers stand over as you prepare to have surgery is even scarier.

tags: health , healthy heart , heart , heart disease , heart health , preparing for surgery , surgery

Heart Valves: 3 Ways They Behave Like School Crossing...

September 18, 2015

Remember your elementary school crossing guard? As you approached the intersection, she'd raise her paddle to halt traffic and let you cross...

tags: health , healthy heart , heart , heart disease , heart health

Circulatory System Function: Why Your Heart...

August 19, 2015

You remember how Dorothy, Toto, and the rest of the gang were trying to make their way to see the Wizard of Oz? That's kind of how veins...

tags: cardiovascular disease , healthy heart , heart , heart health

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6 health problems men shouldn't ignore

Could a supplement help keep your mind sharp?

The depression and heart disease link

Heart failure and heart rhythm: The link you need...

How working too much affects your heart

Do you need to see an electrophysiologist?

7 worst things for a woman’s heart

Understanding Cholesterol

Is Heart Disease Genetic?

Sugar: How Bad Is It for You Really?

Diabetes and Pre-Diabetes

The Quick-Fix Mediterranean Diet

Who's In The Operating Room With You During Heart...

Heart Valves: 3 Ways They Behave Like School Crossing...

Circulatory System Function: Why Your Heart...