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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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October 6, 2023/Heart Health

What’s a Normal Heart Rate? And What Your Heart Rate Is Telling You

60 to 100 beats per minute is ‘normal,’ but you can still be healthy outside that range

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October 2, 2023/Heart Health

When To Worry About Chest Pain

Don’t ignore chest pressure that lingers and can’t be explained

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September 11, 2023/Heart Health

Is It Healthy To Be ‘Fat and Fit’?

Having obesity brings long-term health risks no matter your fitness level

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August 22, 2023/Heart Health

30 Facts About Your Heart

Your life depends on this incredible organ doing its job 24/7

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Closeup of spider veins on leg.
August 14, 2023/Skin Care & Beauty

What’s the Difference Between Varicose Veins and Spider Veins?

Unlike varicose veins, spider veins don't necessarily indicate poor circulation

Person with chest pain and hard to breathe with heart and heartbeat in background.
July 19, 2023/Heart Health

What Does a Heart Attack Feel Like?

Symptoms may be mild, but don’t be fooled — any heart attack is serious

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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

Group exercise class at gym.
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

Covid virus in background with stethescope checking heart and EEG strip in back of heart.
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

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