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 […]

Many kinds of berries are high in heart-healthy antioxidants. Meet some of the top varieties and get delicious […]

Eating well for your heart health doesn’t need to be bland. Enjoy all sorts of ethnic cuisine styles […]

Vitamins and supplements get a lot of hype as a way to promote heart health. But do they […]

Many different kinds of stress can be surprisingly harmful to your heart. A Johns Hopkins expert helps you […]

In some cases, very small habit changes can make a big difference in your heart health. But in […]

Caregiver stress, divorce anxiety, a family feud … relationship strains can affect your cardiovascular health. A Johns Hopkins […]

From high-intensity interval training and indoor cycling to yoga and boot camp, a Johns Hopkins expert looks at […]

Exercise provides big benefits for your heart—if you get into a routine and stick with it. A Johns […]

Getting more exercise is one of the best things you can do for your heart. Johns Hopkins research […]

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

Lifestyle changes that are within your control can change the course of your heart health in dramatic ways, […]

Statin drugs are often prescribed to safely lower the risk of heart attacks, stroke and hardening of the […]

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