Chocolate: Friend or foe?
Enjoy this lovely treat in moderation, and your brain and heart might thank you for it.
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- February 13, 2020
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Prevent injury—embrace the pre-shovel prep
Just because the snow is falling doesn't mean you should start digging. A warm-up, the right attire and a sensible pace can keep you safe.
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- February 7, 2020
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Sip your way to health
Generations of tea-drinkers attest to the natural benefits of the world’s second-favorite drink.
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- December 1, 2019
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Patient Story
‘I have my life back’
Kathy Hoseth battled inexplicable chest pains much of her life—until she finally found the cardiothoracic surgeon who could remedy her condition.
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- September 18, 2019
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Little steps, large gains
Even a modest increase in fitness level can improve longevity and quality of life.
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- April 24, 2019
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Growing threat for vets: Heart disease
A long-running CDC analysis has found veterans ages 35 to 70 suffer cardiovascular conditions at a greater rate than non-veterans.
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- March 31, 2019
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More breakfast, less TV
If it's a healthy heart you're after, cut out the screen time and make your morning a priority.
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- March 18, 2019
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A heart for thrill-seeking
Science has yet to support the notion that adrenaline-pumping activities like sky diving or roller coasters will somehow trigger a heart problem.
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- March 17, 2019
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Patient Story
Finding a rhythm
When it came time for doctors to repair her damaged artery, knitting aficionado Betty Houtman found solace in her craft—and is now living more vibrantly than ever.
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- February 22, 2019
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Heart-healthy cooking tips
A dietitian shares her secrets for tasty and good-for-you recipe ingredients that will spice up the kitchen.
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- February 17, 2019
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Patient Story
‘No going back’
After four decades as a smoker, Vicky Walker has found long-lasting escape thanks to a smoking cessation program and its ever-accessible leader.
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- February 10, 2019
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A harbinger hormone?
Researchers suspect high levels of a key hormone in the blood could hint at a person's risk of developing age-related ailments, such as weakness and poor balance.
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- February 5, 2019
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