Heart Disease

Heart Disease and Exercise

July 24, 2019

Whether you are at risk for or currently have heart disease, engaging in regular physical activity can be safe and help promote a strong heart and cardiovascular system. Exercise lowers resting heart rate and blood pressure and helps the heart pump blood more effectively. Especially important is aerobic activity, which […]

Diseases and Conditions, Heart Disease, Nutrition and Health

Heart Disease and Diet

July 24, 2019

Diet plays a key role in preventing heart disease! The following tips are general dietary recommendations for the management and prevention of heart disease. Consume a diet rich in fruits, vegetables, and whole grains. Fruits and vegetables are high in nutrients and low in calories, and eating a wide variety provides the […]

Diseases and Conditions, Heart Disease, Nutrition and Health

Understanding Heart Disease

July 24, 2019

Although it is preventable, heart disease continues to be the leading cause of death in the United States and globally. It is also called coronary heart disease and includes various conditions that affect the heart. The most common form is atherosclerosis, which occurs when fatty plaque develops in arteries, causing […]