Are “heart-healthy” vitamin formulations a good idea? The benefits of heart health vitamins remain unproven, and some even pose risks. To stay on track for optimum heart health, the prescription is clear: Maintain a healthy diet, take your prescribed medications and follow the advice of your physician.
Heart Health
Can You Have a Heart Attack and Not Know It?
A surprising number of heart attacks occur without the usual symptoms. A cardiologist explains what you should look for and when to seek treatment.
High Blood Pressure and COVID-19: What’s the Connection?
Worried about the affects of COVID-19 on your blood pressure? Find out if there is a connection, and how to keep your numbers in the healthy range.
How You Can Avoid Holiday Heart Syndrome
Holiday heart syndrome is when overeating (and overindulging in alcohol) leads to an irregular heartbeat. Here’s how to avoid it.
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How To Lower Your Triglycerides Naturally
These fatty type of lipids found in your blood can be dangerous for your health. Learn how to manage them with helpful suggestions from a cardiologist.
When To See a Cardiologist
You might see a cardiologist if you have a family history of heart disease or to make sure any heart-related problems, like high blood pressure, are under control.
Can Shoveling Snow Be Dangerous to Your Heart?
Snow shoveling is strenuous, and can put a strain on your heart. But experts offer easy tips you can use to reduce your chances of having a heart attack while shoveling snow.
How Stress Leads to High Blood Pressure
Understand the relationship between stress and blood pressure and how you can work on both to live healthier.
Should You Take Daily Aspirin?
Should you take a daily aspirin? It depends on your risk factors and medical history, as only people with a previous history of heart-related problems or conditions should take daily aspirin
Common Medications You May Need to Avoid If You’re a Heart Patient
We all keep ibuprofen and aspirin in our medicine cabinets, but if you’re being treated for a heart condition, you may want to think twice before reaching for these pain-relieving staples.