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heart health

Die-hard sports fans put hearts at risk

Study: Sporting events may lead to a spike in adrenaline for certain spectators and, in some cases, heart attacks.

Go vegetarian the easy way

A savvy dietitian offers 6 tips for revamping your victuals.

For protein and your heart, pick quality

Reduce your risks by eating fruits and vegetables, whole grains, low-fat dairy products, skinless poultry, fish, nuts and beans.

Could aspirin help keep Alzheimer’s away?

Study identifies a possible new role for one of the most widely used, common, over-the-counter medications in the world—aspirin.

Stressed out at work? Your aFib risk may rise

Prolonged periods of unease and anxiety are likely to increase the risk of this heart condition.

Walk briskly to a longer life

Taking a daily stroll at an average or fast pace is associated with a significantly reduced risk of cardiovascular disease.

Start exercising to cut your heart failure risk

Unlike a heart attack, heart failure is a chronic condition.

Add heart check to annual lady doc visit

Gynecologists are uniquely qualified to identify and treat conditions that may increase women's risk of heart disease or stroke.

Couch potatoes, beware!

Too much sitting correlates with a thinning of tissue in a key area of the brain that is tied to memory.

Majority of U.S. adults have poor heart health

Heart-healthy living is key.

Hold the salt and cut back on sodium

A small portion of your sodium intake comes from eating at home. The worst culprit? Highly processed and packaged food.

Vitamin D3 may benefit heart surgery patients

Vitamin D deficiency is linked to an increased risk of heart attack, stroke, congestive heart failure, high blood pressure and diabetes.