Before diving into any exercise regimen, consult your healthcare provider. They’ll recommend safe and effective exercises tailored to your heart health and provide guidance on monitoring symptoms. Exercise & Heart Health Regular physical activity is a cornerstone of heart health, strengthening muscles, managing blood pressure, sugar, and cholesterol levels, and aiding weight control. Moderate Activity:… Read More »
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How the heart works
April 27, 2024 at 8:37 am
Your heart, the hub of your circulatory system, ensures oxygen-rich blood circulates throughout your body. Situated centrally under your breastbone and tilted left, it’s shielded by your ribcage. Functioning in tandem with other systems, your heart regulates blood flow, heartbeat rhythm, and pressure. Controlled by the nervous system and hormones, it adjusts pace and vessel… Read More »
So, you’ve had a heart attack—now what?
April 15, 2024 at 3:41 pm
First off, take a deep breath. It’s a big deal, but it’s not a life sentence. Most people bounce back and lead full lives. The key? Take charge of your recovery and your health. What to Expect After Leaving the Hospital You’ll get a lot of info about meds and lifestyle changes. Your doctor will… Read More »
Keeping Your Weight in Check
April 6, 2024 at 3:24 pm
Want to keep your heart healthy? Start by keeping your weight in check—it’s not just about looking good, but feeling good too! A healthy weight helps ward off diabetes, joint pain, high blood pressure, and more. In the U.S., obesity is a big issue—literally. Two-thirds of adults are overweight, and since 1991, obesity rates have… Read More »
Healthy Grilling
March 11, 2024 at 4:42 pm
Grilling is a delightful and flavorful cooking method that can be enjoyed year-round, even in colder weather. Whether you’re gathering with friends for outdoor cooking in the summer or tailgating at games during the fall and winter, the joy of grilling is undeniable. What makes it even better is that grilling can be a healthy… Read More »
Walking as Beneficial as Running for Cardiovascular Health
March 1, 2024 at 9:24 am
For individuals not inclined toward running, or those precluded by injury from engaging in such activities, brisk walking emerges as a viable alternative. Each stride taken in the course of walking contributes meaningfully to the pursuit of cardiovascular health. Recent research from Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory in California tells us that brisk walking can be… Read More »