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For many people, simple lifestyle changes, rather than drugs or surgery, comprise the best route to achieve cardiac fitness. Learn the natural path to a healthy heart here.
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Stroke
According to the American Heart Association, stroke is the third leading cause of death in the United States (when considered separately from other types of cardiovascular disease), accounting for about one out of every 14.5 deaths.
 
Congestive Heart Failure (CHF)
Congestive heart failure (CHF) is a very serious heart condition in which the heart cannot pump sufficient blood to meet the circulatory needs of the body.
Controlling High Cholesterol
February is American Heart Month. It's a good time to review safe, natural diet and lifestyle changes that can help keep cholesterol ratios where they should be.
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
There are four conditions associated with coronary artery disease: atherosclerosis, insulin resistance, high homocysteine and angina pectoris.
Dr. Weil's Heart Health
How does Dr. Weil care for his own heart? He has some worrisome family history in that regard, so he takes appropriate precautions.
Heart Health Tip - Trouble Lowering Your Cholesterol?
If you've tried and failed to lower your cholesterol with a high-carbohydrate, low-fat diet, the problem may have been the carbohydrates you were eating.
Lower High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
As the heart pumps blood through the arteries (large blood vessels), it pushes the blood against the arterial walls with a force that is measured as "blood pressure." High blood pressure is defined as a reading above 140/90 mm Hg (systolic/diastolic).
Stroke
According to the American Heart Association, stroke is the third leading cause of death in the United States (when considered separately from other types of cardiovascular disease), accounting for about one out of every 14.5 deaths.
A Natural Way to Lower Cholesterol?
I hear that taking a liquid yucca extra mixed with water is good for treating high cholesterol. Is this true?
Antioxidants: Bad for Cholesterol?
I've read that antioxidants combined with the anti-cholesterol drug Lipitor can increase the risk of heart attack and stroke. Is this true? I take 400-1,000 mg of vitamin C and 400 IU of vitamin E daily plus 10 mg of Lipitor.
A Pill to Prevent Heart Disease?
What is the "polypill?"
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