- Health A to Z
Healthline Premium Tools
Advertisement
Marketplace
Licensed from
|
Evidence is mounting that a healthy diet can help protect you from some diseases. What you eat -- or don't eat -- may help prevent heart disease, cancer, osteoporosis and type 2 diabetes. Your diet should include foods from all major foods groups,...
|
|
When reading the headlines, it's easy to get the impression that you have to revamp your entire diet or hit the gym every day to improve your health. Actually, even small changes in lifestyle can make you feel better and lower your risk for heart ...
|
|
Atherosclerosis means a hardening and narrowing of the arteries, the blood vessels that carry blood from the heart.
|
|
Most people know air pollution can hurt your lungs and make it tough to breathe. But a growing body of research shows air pollution can be as bad or worse for your heart. Cause blood vessels to contract;Encourage blood clots to form;Boost inflamma...
|
|
When it comes to lowering your risk for heart disease or heart attack, being physically active is as important as eating a healthy diet and not smoking. For short trips, walk or bike.;Work in the garden or mow the grass. Rake leaves, prune, dig, a...
|
|
Heart disease kills more than 700,000 Americans every year. But many of these deaths could be prevented if people took control of their risk factors for this disease. Increasing age.;Being male. Men have a greater risk for heart attack than women,...
|
|
According to the American Heart Association, there is growing evidence that stress contributes to heart disease, although exactly how remains unclear. If you already have heart disease, such as congestive heart failure, stress can make the conditi...
|
|
Your good health has an enemy: atherosclerosis. Atherosclerosis is common, and its effects can be devastating, causing strokes, heart attacks and death. The good news is that you can take steps to protect yourself from this disease. Smoking;High b...
|
|
If you're at risk for heart disease, we have good news for you. Many people can take steps to significantly reduce their chances of developing it. Even if you already have atherosclerosis or have had a heart attack, there's a lot you can do to pre...
|
|
You may have heard the old adage: "An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure." It is sage advice when it comes to heart disease. By teaching your kids to follow a healthy lifestyle, you can help reduce their risk for heart disease later in l...
|
|
Physical inactivity is just as big a risk factor for heart disease as high blood pressure and smoking are. So, be the exception rather than the rule. Exercise for a healthier heart. Brisk walking;Swimming;Bicycling;Aerobic dancing;Cross-country sk...
|
|
The main cause of heart disease is atherosclerosis, which is the thickening and hardening of the arteries. A heart attack occurs if an artery closes all the way or narrows so much that a blood clot blocks the blood flow. Advancing age and heredity...
|
|
Heart disease kills more than 700,000 Americans every year. But many of these deaths could be prevented if people took control of their risk factors for this disease. Increasing age.;Being male. Men have a greater risk for heart attack than women,...
|
|
Did you know that research shows a link between gum disease and heart disease and stroke? It's true. Evidence is mounting that people with periodontal (gum) disease, a bacterial infection, may be more at risk for heart disease and stroke. In fact,...
|
Home | About | Health Experts | Careers | Site Map | Feedback | Help | Health Tools | Tell a Friend
Advertise | Terms of Use | Privacy Policy
Advertise | Terms of Use | Privacy Policy
Copyright © 2005 - 2010 Healthline Networks, Inc. All rights reserved.