Can stress really harm your heart?
Most people experience stress at some point in their lives. It can come from work, money problems, family issues, or even just the fast...
Heart disease crisis could triple by 2050 in the U.S.
In the next 30 years, more than half of all adults in the United States could suffer from some form of heart or blood...
Whole grains may help prevent heart disease, diabetes, high blood pressure
A new study from Tufts University has found that eating whole grains regularly can have powerful benefits for heart health, especially for adults in...
Taking blood pressure pills at night may protect your heart better
A new study from Sichuan University in China has found that taking blood pressure medication at bedtime may work better than taking it in...
Heart attack or anxiety attack? How to tell the difference
Heart attacks and anxiety attacks can feel very similar, and it’s often hard to tell the difference.
Both can cause chest pain, shortness of breath,...
How to recognize signs of blocked arteries in the heart
Blocked arteries in the heart, also known as coronary artery disease, happen when the main blood vessels that bring oxygen and nutrients to the...
People with type 2 diabetes have hidden risks for this heart problem
When we talk about heart health for people with type 2 diabetes, the conversation often includes tips like eating better and exercising more.
But a...
Why heart disease happens in young adults
Heart disease is often seen as a problem that only affects older adults, but more and more young people are being diagnosed with heart...
Hidden fat in muscles linked to higher risk of heart disease and death, study...
Fat hidden deep inside your muscles—not just around your waist—could put you at greater risk of heart attacks, heart failure, and even death, according...
Flossing regularly may lower stroke and heart disease risk
Flossing your teeth at least once a week might do more than just protect your gums — it could help lower your risk of...