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Healthy Heart

Learn how to eat smart and stay healthy

Diseases & Conditions

Coronary Artery Disease: Prevention, Treatment and Research

Overview Coronary artery disease (also called coronary heart disease) is the number-one killer of both men and women in […]

High Blood Pressure: Prevention, Treatment and Research

Overview We all have “blood pressure.” This simply refers to the way blood pushes against the walls of […]

High Cholesterol: Prevention, Treatment and Research

Overview Cholesterol is a natural component in everyone’s blood. However, when you have too much of this fatty […]

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Eat Smart

ABCs of Eating Smart for a Healthy Heart

Following a heart-healthy diet can be easy when you know the basics of eating wisely. Johns Hopkins researchers […]

How to Read Food Labels for a Heart-Healthy Diet

What’s worth knowing about the first ingredient listed on a food label? How can you decode the words […]

How to Eat Healthy When You Have No Time

You start with the best intentions: You bookmark healthy recipes, pick up kale and quinoa at the grocery […]

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Know Your Risk

Are Your Relationships Putting Your Heart at Risk?

Caregiver stress, divorce anxiety, a family feud … relationship strains can affect your cardiovascular health. A Johns Hopkins […]

ABCs of Knowing Your Heart Risk

Understanding the risk factors for heart disease can help you decide to take charge of your health, according […]

Surprising Body Cues That Could Be a Heart Concern

Many of us brush off fatigue, shortness of breath and other issues as simple aging, or we chalk […]

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Move More

ABCs of Moving More for Heart Health

Getting more exercise is one of the best things you can do for your heart. Johns Hopkins research […]

Why Exercise Matters for Your Heart

Whether you’re already in good shape or have experienced cardiovascular problems, Johns Hopkins researchers advocate ongoing physical fitness […]

Help Your Heart by Overcoming Common Exercise Excuses

Good intentions alone won’t give your heart the benefits of exercise. But these tips from a Johns Hopkins […]

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Stay Healthy

How Statin Drugs Protect the Heart

Statin drugs are often prescribed to safely lower the risk of heart attacks, stroke and hardening of the […]

Five Ways to Sleep Well and Protect Your Heart

Poor sleep can worsen the risk factors for heart disease. Find out what you can do to improve […]

Diabetes Medications That Treat Heart Disease, Too

Even though you think you’re being careful, it’s still easy to slip up when it comes to keeping […]

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