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Alcohol and Heart Health: Separating Fact from Fiction

Does a glass of wine a day keep the doctor away? There’s a popular belief that alcohol — […]

Your Guide to a Heart-Healthy Grocery List

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

The Power of Gut Bacteria and Probiotics for Heart Health

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

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Know Your Risk

The Heart Test You May Need—but Likely Haven’t Heard of

Meet the coronary calcium scan, an accurate test that can help determine your future risk of heart attack […]

Older Adults and High Cholesterol: What You Need to Know

High cholesterol is well known as a risk factor for heart disease. Surprisingly, though, some research has shown that […]

Is Sex Dangerous if you have Heart Disease?

If you have heart disease, it’s normal to be worried about having sex. You may be concerned about […]

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Move More

A Heart-Smart Approach to Marathons and Vigorous Exercise

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

Could a Fitness Tracker Boost Your Heart Health?

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

Cardiac Rehabilitation: Big Benefits With Perseverance

Many people miss out on the power of cardiac rehab after heart surgery or a heart event. But […]

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Stay Healthy

Dementia and Heart Health: Are They Related?

Eating nutritious foods, being physically active, managing high blood pressure and high cholesterol — you probably already know […]

6 Healthy Heart Splurges

Making heart-healthy choices shouldn’t be drudgery. In fact, a Johns Hopkins heart disease expert says it can be […]

Natural Ways to Lower Blood Pressure

Ready to take action to lower your high blood pressure? Start with these lifestyle changes. Fewer than half […]

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