Heart health is a topic that deserves everyone’s attention, regardless of age, health status or lifestyle. Since heart disease is a leading cause of death worldwide, taking proactive steps to keep your heart healthy is more important than ever. The heart is the engine room of your body, pumping blood throughout to deliver oxygen and…
Heart disease is a leading cause of death worldwide, claiming millions of lives each year. Despite widespread awareness of the importance of heart health, there are still many myths and misconceptions surrounding heart disease and cholesterol. In this article, we’ll break down six common myths about heart disease, explain why these myths persist, and provide…
Heart disease is a leading cause of mortality around the world. A large part of this comes down to lifestyle factors that we all deal with on a day-to-day basis. Activities such as smoking, poor diet, lack of exercise, and harmful use of alcohol can all play a role in the development of heart disease…
The average age for a first heart attack in men is 65 years old. For a long time, this trend has generally held true, heart attacks are more likely to occur in older adults. That has been the common wisdom for as long as we can remember. But in the past few years, a second…
High blood pressure or hypertension is a serious medical condition that often goes undiagnosed. According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) about 1 in 3 U.S. adults with high blood pressure aren’t even aware they have it. High blood pressure is often symptomless but its effect on the body can be profound. High blood…
