Healthy Heart

Overview The metabolic syndrome is the name of a cluster of risk factors that, when they appear together, […]

Overview Atrial fibrillation (often called “A-fib” or AF) is the most common type of abnormal heartbeat. In a […]

Overview Congestive heart failure (also called heart failure) is a serious condition in which the heart doesn’t pump […]

A Johns Hopkins nutrition expert shows how easy it can be to fill your cart with foods that […]

Bacteria may benefit heart health in surprising ways. Here’s what Johns Hopkins researchers are learning about that connection […]

Your nutrition choices before, during and after activity can help you stay strong and recover better. Here’s a […]

How much of what you hear about cholesterol is true? Check out these cholesterol facts that might surprise […]

How dangerous is physical inactivity, really? How does the risk of heart disease compare with that of other […]

Many things can affect your heart rhythms throughout your life, usually in ways that will not harm you. […]

People often think exercise is just a way to lose weight. It’s true that regular physical activity is […]

Recent studies warned of a link between marathon running and heart risks. Here’s what the results really mean—and […]

A Johns Hopkins cardiologist shares why these devices work to improve heart health for so many people, along […]

PCSK9 inhibitors are a new class of medication that shows a lot of promise for lowering cholesterol. But […]

A multifaceted approach is common (and smart) for heart disease treatment and prevention. Discover how different types of […]

Monitoring your heart rate while you’re exercising can help you get key benefits without overdoing it. Johns Hopkins […]

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