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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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December 4, 2023/Heart Health

Yes, You Can Die From a Broken Heart — But No, It’s Not Likely at All

The emotional toll of loss and other strong emotions can have life-threatening physical effects

Biker in foreground with healthy food in air behind him, cycling towards a healthy heartbeat.
November 9, 2023/Heart Health

Lowering Your Risk of Atrial Fibrillation After Heart Surgery

Making healthy lifestyle changes ahead of surgery can help you avoid AFib after

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November 7, 2023/Heart Health

Buying a Home Blood Pressure Monitor? 6 Things You Need To Know

Steer clear of bells and whistles — simple, affordable monitors are all you really need

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November 1, 2023/Heart Health

The Relationship Between Your Heart Rate and Blood Pressure

Both are related to your cardiovascular system, and both can impact the other

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October 30, 2023/Heart Health

What a Family History of Heart Disease Means for Your Health

Knowing what you can do to prevent or manage heart disease is half the battle

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October 11, 2023/Heart Health

Vitamin D Supplements: Not a Quick Fix for Heart Disease

Research shows that high doses of vitamin D do nothing to lower your cardiovascular risk

Physician checks the heartbeat of patient.
October 10, 2023/Heart Health

When Your Heart Skips a Beat: What’s Happening and Should You Worry?

A skipped heartbeat is usually your heart returning to its normal electrical path

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October 9, 2023/Heart Health

7 Ways To Keep Your Heart Young

Avoid smoking, eat a good diet and exercise to prevent your heart from aging prematurely

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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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