The foods we eat play a big role in keeping our hearts healthy. Here’s how to put a healthier lifestyle into practice at your dining table.
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For most people, an occasional skip or flutter of the heart is nothing to worry about. But for those with an irregular heartbeat called atrial fibrillation (AF), these sensations may indicate serious health risks
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Controlling high blood pressure is a commitment that won’t always feel easy. But it will always be worth the effort—lowering your risk for stroke, heart attack, heart failure, and kidney failure.
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A new study suggests women are just as likely as men to have pain in their chest and left arm during a heart attack.
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The latest research shows that the risks of daily aspirin may outweigh the benefits for many older adults without heart disease.
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A new study found that consuming just 300 fewer calories each day can help protect your heart. And it’s not just about losing weight (although shedding a few pounds could be an added bonus).
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If you suffer from leg pain while walking, you may blame arthritis. But if the problem is peripheral artery disease (PAD), it can have serious consequences.
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Younger women in the U.S. are suffering heart attacks at a higher rate today compared with 20 years ago.
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Summer heat can be a problem when you have heart failure. Heart failure puts you at risk for heat-related illnesses such as heat stroke.
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What can you do to lower your chances of having a heart attack? Take charge of risk factors. Here’s how.
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Keeping an eye on your cholesterol numbers is crucial for taking key steps, if needed, to lower your cholesterol level and protect your ticker.
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