Health Topics / Heart Health

Returning to everyday activity after a heart event or procedure can feel uncertain, especially when it comes to exercise. While you may want to stay active, you might not be sure what’s safe or where to start. Your care team...

Carlos Martinez describes himself as someone who “lives and breathes fitness and health.” He eats carefully, works out daily and even competes in fitness competitions. So when he noticed trouble breathing after a run, he shrugged it off as odd—but...

If you’ve ever felt your heart race, lightheadedness and fading vision like you’re going to pass out just by standing in line at the grocery store, there might be an explanation: Postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome, commonly known as POTS. Let’s...

Every time you visit the doctor, you get your blood pressure checked. You hear two numbers—like “120 over 80” —and they’re noted in your medical chart. But what do those blood pressure numbers mean, and why are they important? We...

When someone you care about experiences a heart attack, it can feel overwhelming—not just for them, but for you too. As a caregiver or family member, you play a vital role in their heart attack recovery journey. Understanding how to...

At some point in our lives, most of us have felt the ache of heartbreak; the deep, physical sensation that comes when life delivers a heavy blow. But for some people, that feeling isn’t just emotional. It can cause real,...

If you’re looking to improve your heart health or manage a condition like heart disease or high cholesterol, you may have come across heart health supplements. But do they really work? Here’s the truth about the most recommended dietary supplements...

When you or a loved one is living with a heart condition, every meal is an opportunity to support cardiovascular health. Whether you're caring for someone with heart disease or adapting your own diet following a cardiac diagnosis, cooking heart-healthy...

If you’ve ever had your cholesterol checked and been told it’s time to make some lifestyle changes, you’re not alone. Millions of adults in the US are living with high cholesterol and one of the most common—and effective—recommendations from doctors...

When we talk about the early signs of heart failure, it is often easy to dismiss them. Who hasn’t felt unusually tired after a long week? Or chalked up mild shortness of breath to a workout you skipped? But before...

Most people are familiar with the “classic” heart attack symptom—chest pain. But did you know it’s possible to have a heart attack without chest pain? It’s called a “silent heart attack,” and the signs of a heart attack aren’t always...

Heart disease can affect anyone, but it’s especially important for men to pay attention to their heart health and risk factors. Men tend to develop heart conditions earlier in life than women. And more men have heart disease overall—12.6% of...

When we think of heart disease, we often picture a dramatic heart attack scene in a movie. But in real life, heart disease is usually more subtle—and far more common. Many heart and vascular conditions develop gradually, often without obvious...

You have just finished a meal and notice your heart is beating a little differently. Maybe it’s fluttering, skipping a beat or feeling stronger than usual. If you’ve ever experienced heart palpitations after eating, you’re not alone, and you may...

Did you know that every 40 seconds, someone in the United States experiences a heart attack? But heart attacks don't always announce themselves like in the movies. The symptoms can be subtle, varied and easily mistaken for other conditions. Heart...

Today, about 86 million American adults are living with cholesterol levels above the healthy range. If you’re one of them, there’s good news—you can start lowering your cholesterol today with healthy lifestyle changes. If you’re wondering how to lower cholesterol...

The carnivore diet has become increasingly popular in recent years. From claims about rapid weight loss to improved mental clarity, advocates of the diet argue that it has unlocked their body’s full potential. But is the carnivore diet good for...

Traveling can be an exciting way to explore the world, visit family or unwind from daily stress. But if you’re one of the millions of people managing high blood pressure, hitting the road can bring added concerns. One common question...

Have you ever felt a sudden tightness in your chest and wondered, "Is this just heartburn or something more serious?" When should you pay attention to the fact that your heart might be trying to tell you something? Let's face...

It is common to believe that heart disease is something only older adults should think about, but the truth is that heart conditions affect a wide range of ages. Recent reports, such as one from the National Heart, Blood, and...