heart health

  1. Heart Health

    Natural ways women can prevent heart disease

    By Heather Barnett on Jan 26, 2013
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    A lot of people think of heart disease as something that mostly happens to men. It’s even uncommon to see women in movies and TV...
  2. Heart Health

    New research on women and heart disease

    By Dr. Ramin Manshadi on Jan 25, 2013
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    Did you know that in the United States more women than men die of coronary heart disease? What used to be typically a man's health...
  3. Heart Health

    Create a heart-healthy Valentine's Day meal

    By Kristen Fischer on Jan 25, 2013
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    Think you need a rich, heavy meal on Valentine's Day to express your love? Not so! You can still create a heavenly meal that's...
  4. Heart Health

    Take care of your heart — on the cheap

    By Kristen Fischer on Jan 22, 2013
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    Whether you have high cholesterol, you're at high risk for heart disease and heart attack or you just want to keep your ticker...
  5. Heart Health

    Characteristics of a heart-healthy diet

    By Molly Cerreta Smith on Jan 15, 2013
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    When it comes to eating right, you need to take your heart into consideration. According to the American Heart Association (AHA),...
  6. Heart Health

    Women's health: Heart disease patient support program online

    By Karen Hawthorne on Jul 24, 2012
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    Heart disease is the No. 1 killer of women, affecting an estimated 42 million women in the United States. With such high numbers, no...
  7. Dieting & Nutrition

    Calcium supplements may give you a heart attack

    By Michele Borboa, MS on May 24, 2012
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    If you've been taking calcium supplements for your bone health, you could be putting your heart health at risk. A new study...
  8. Dieting & Nutrition

    5 Reasons you need to eat more fiber

    By Michele Borboa, MS on Mar 26, 2012
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    Fiber is more than just a diet buzzword, it is a crucial nutrient that your body needs to ward off chronic illnesses and achieve...
  9. Children's Health

    Heart-healthy family activities

    By Linda Melone, CSCS on Feb 23, 2012
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    What do going to a zoo, hiking up a mountain and going for a bike ride all have in common? They're fun, active and the entire family...
  10. Heart Health

    10 Quick ways to boost your heart health

    By Linda Melone, CSCS on Feb 23, 2012
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    Keeping your ticker tocking takes more than regular aerobic exercise. You also need a plan from the inside out, namely a healthy...
  11. Healthy Recipes & Nutrition

    The 5 healthiest fattening foods for Fat Tuesday

    By Rachel Dreskin on Feb 17, 2012
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    Traditional Fat Tuesday foods can really wreak havoc on your diet - but not all high-fat foods are created equal. Do your part in...
  12. Heart Health

    theFashionSpot partners with The Heart Truth to raise awareness about heart disease in women

    By Jessica Padykula on Feb 14, 2012
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    In honor of American Heart Month, theFashionSpot (tFS), the largest fashion-focused community and fashion editorial site on the Web,...
  13. Heart Health

    What makes a food heart-healthy?

    By Leslie Bonci, RD on Feb 9, 2012
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    February is American Heart Month, giving you the opportunity to focus on your heart health and become familiar with heart-healthy...
  14. Self Improvement & Mental Health

    A broken heart: When it’s time to reach out for help

    By Colleen Crane, MSW, LCSW on Feb 5, 2012
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    I walked in the front door after being gone from a long business trip, only to find the house a mess. My first instinct was that we...
  15. Heart Health

    Top 6 habits for heart health

    By Jessica Padykula on Feb 4, 2012
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    February is American Heart Month so we’re taking a closer look at all the ways to make sure your heart stays healthy. It’s never too...
  16. Healthy Recipes & Nutrition

    Heart-healthy recipes to celebrate American Heart Month

    By Patricia Conte on Feb 1, 2012
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    We all have a favorite food and favorite recipes we love to share. Did you know that February is American Heart Month? What does...
  17. Heart Health

    Lifestyle changes to make for a healthier heart

    By Laura Williams, M.S.Ed. on Feb 1, 2012
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    Believe it or not, you don't have to overhaul your entire life to make changes that will benefit your heart. Try adding a few of...
  18. Heart Health

    Ask a doctor: 10 Surprising facts about heart health

    By Michele Borboa, MS on Jan 8, 2012
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    Did you know that heart disease is the No. 1 killer of women in the United States? It can strike at any time and often comes on...
  19. Dieting & Nutrition

    Make a whole grain New Year's resolution

    By Christina Caldwell on Jan 1, 2012
    Every year, people make a New Year’s resolution with their health and body in mind, but it’s usually along the lines of “lose...
  20. Healthy Recipes & Nutrition

    DASH diet ranks best overall

    By Michele Borboa, MS on Jun 7, 2011
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    Whether you’re trying to shed a few pounds for bathing suit season or you’re on a mission to reduce your risk of weight-related...
  21. Losing Weight

    Stand up! Sitting can be hazardous to your health

    By Linda Melone, CSCS on May 22, 2011
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    When did you last get up off your chair? If you spend more than 70 percent of your working day hunched over a desk, riding in a car,...