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Alcohol and heart disease
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Studies have shown that low to moderate alcohol consumption (up to 2 drinks per day for men, 1 drink per day for women) may decrease the risk of coronary artery disease . 1 Equivalents of...
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Heart disease, postmenopause, and hormone replacement therapy (HRT)
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Heart disease is the number one killer of women. 1 Postmenopausal women have a higher risk of developing heart disease than younger women. The use of hormone replacement therapy (HRT) does...
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American Heart Association (AHA) guidelines for preventing coronary artery disease and stroke
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The American Heart Association has released new guidelines for preventing coronary artery disease (CAD) and stroke . These guidelines are called primary prevention strategies because they are...
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Family history of heart disease
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People who have family members with coronary artery disease (CAD) are at an increased risk of developing CAD for several reasons. A tendency to develop certain risk factors, such as high...
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How exercise affects your risk for high cholesterol and heart disease
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All people, and especially those who have high cholesterol, should exercise at least 30 minutes on most if not all days. Exercise is a very effective way to reduce risk factors for coronary...
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How coronary artery disease leads to a heart attack
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What is a heart attack? A heart attack happens when a sudden blockage in one of your coronary arteries cuts off the blood supply to your heart muscle. If a tear or rupture develops in a...
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How coronary artery disease causes heart failure
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Coronary artery disease (CAD) can prevent your heart muscle from getting enough blood flow and oxygen. Over time, your heart muscle may be weakened or damaged because of reduced blood flow, which...
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Heart valves and heart valve disease
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Heart valve disease is the term used for a number of conditions that affect the four valves of the heart. The best way to understand heart valve disease is to first understand how the heart...
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Lower stress to prevent heart disease
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Why is it important to lower my stress level? Stress is the way we all react to change. It includes our mental, emotional, and physical responses to the pressures of everyday life. Change is a...
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Potassium supplements for heart disease
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A delicate balance of potassium is needed to properly transmit electrical impulses in the heart. Diuretics often cause low levels of potassium . A low potassium level can disrupt the normal...
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