Results for "Heart Health"
If you’re 20 years old or older, your doctor has probably recommended that you have your blood tested to check your cholesterol. When you look at your...
Your cardiovascular system plays an important role of moving blood with oxygen and nutrients to all parts of your body. With your heart as a pump, blood...
Maybe you haven’t slept well, or you simply feel like your energy levels are low, and you don’t have time for a nap. It can be tempting to reach for an...
Your heart beats more than 100,000 times a day, on average. But sometimes, those heartbeats can be erratic. You may find that your smartwatch picks up...
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Compression socks or compression stockings are tightly fitting knee-high socks that can help your blood flow. They lightly squeeze your legs, making it...
Typically, your heart beats along at a regular pace between 60 and 100 beats per minute. If your heart beats slower or faster (and you’re not exercising),...
You’ve probably had your blood pressure checked countless times. It’s a routine part of health care. Even your dentist might check your blood pressure....
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Sudden high levels of stress can take a toll on your heart. Sometimes, events like the death of a close family member or friend, domestic abuse, intense...
Cholesterol—especially the cholesterol found in certain foods we eat—has long been misunderstood, even villainized.
At one time, we were told to avoid...
Our hearts beat about 100,000 times each day (maybe more if you enjoy horror movies). Despite being extremely complex, our hearts are exceptionally reliable....
