Heart Disease: Articles
Heart disease remains the leading cause of death in the United States — yet much of it is preventable and, in some cases, partially reversible when the underlying drivers are properly identified and addressed. These articles go beyond the standard risk-factor checklist to explore mechanisms, missed tests, and integrative interventions that can change the trajectory of cardiovascular disease.
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171 articles on Heart Disease
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How Does Alcohol Affect The Heart?
Read more →: How Does Alcohol Affect The Heart?Heart Disease Alcohol And Inflammation The Dangers Of Excessive Drinking Cardiomyopathy. Increased blood pressure. Arrhythmias. Symptoms To Watch For Shortness of breath. Weakness and fatigue. A rapid or irregular pulse. Swelling of the legs, feet, and ankles. Schedule An Appointment This article was reviewed by Dr. Regina Druz, MD, MBA, FACC, FMCP-M — Board-Certified Integrative…
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How Does Gut Health Affect The Heart?
Read more →: How Does Gut Health Affect The Heart?Heart Disease Heart Problems And Your Gut Health Artery hardening. Coronary artery disease. Heart attacks. Strokes. Tips For Improving Your Gut Health Increase your intake of fruits, vegetables, and legumes. Eat more fermented foods. Limit the number of artificial sweeteners you consume. Choose whole grains. Switch to a plant-based diet. Avoid processed foods. How the…
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What Foods Help To Lower Cholesterol?
Read more →: What Foods Help To Lower Cholesterol?Coronary Artery DiseaseHeart Attack PreventionHeart DiseaseHigh Cholesterol & Lp(a) Problems With High Cholesterol Clogged arteries Blood flow restriction Chest pain Increased risk of heart attacks and strokes Foods To Focus On Legumes Avocados Almonds Walnuts Whole Grains Berries Eggplants Carrots Foods To Avoid Fried foods Fast food Processed meats Sugary snacks Holistic Heart Centers This…
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What Are The Worst Foods For Your Heart Health?
Read more →: What Are The Worst Foods For Your Heart Health?Heart Attack PreventionHeart Disease Bacon Increased low-density lipoprotein levels. Boosted bad cholesterol. Raised risk of suffering from a heart attack or stroke. Increased blood pressure. Red Meat Beef Lamb Pork Soda Weight gain Diabetes Heart disease Strokes Baked Goods Butter Holistic Heart Centers This article was reviewed by Dr. Regina Druz, MD, MBA, FACC, FMCP-M…
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Is Too Much Cardio Bad For Your Heart?
Read more →: Is Too Much Cardio Bad For Your Heart?Heart Attack PreventionHeart Disease How Much Cardio Should I Be Doing? Perform at least 150 minutes of moderate or 75 minutes of vigorous aerobic activity per week. Add strength training into a workout regimen twice per week. Be active for at least 500 minutes per week. When increasing the amounts and intensity of workouts, do…
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Heart-Healthy Exercises You Can Do At Home
Read more →: Heart-Healthy Exercises You Can Do At HomeHeart Attack PreventionHeart Disease Key Points ✓ Lowering your blood pressure. ✓ Try walking for at least 10 minutes a day and working your way up over time. Benefits Of Exercising Lowering your blood pressure. Reducing bad LDL cholesterol. Boosting good HDL cholesterol. Burning Calories. Reducing your risk of heart diseases. Heart-Healthy Exercises Walking: Walking…
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What Are The Best Herbs For Heart Health?
Read more →: What Are The Best Herbs For Heart Health?Heart Disease How Can Natural Remedies For Heart Health Help You? Ginger: Ginger is a root that has many health benefits associated with its consumption. Research has shown that consuming ginger will help reduce the risk of suffering from high blood pressure. To get the most results, it is recommended that you eat 2-4 grams…
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What Causes High Blood Pressure?
Read more →: What Causes High Blood Pressure?Heart DiseaseHypertension How Can Our Functional Medicine Doctor Help You? Using Tobacco Sodium And Potassium Intake Being Overweight Or Inactive While being inactive may lead to you becoming overweight, it can lead to many other problems as well. People who are inactive tend to have a higher heart rate than those who participate in moderate…
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Is A Vegan Diet Good For My Heart?
Read more →: Is A Vegan Diet Good For My Heart?Heart Attack PreventionHeart Disease What Is A Vegan Diet? Heart-Related Benefits Of A Vegan Diet Keeping Your Weight In Check: One of the many benefits of a plant-based diet is that it can help you manage your weight. When you become overweight, it causes extra stress to be placed on your heart and can lead…
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Can Managing Stress Reduce Or Prevent Heart Disease?
Read more →: Can Managing Stress Reduce Or Prevent Heart Disease?Heart Attack PreventionHeart DiseaseVascular Aging Chest pain, tightness, or pressure. Shortness of breath. Pain in the neck, jaw, throat, upper abdomen, or back. Racing heartbeat. Slowed heartbeat. Fluttering in your chest. Dizziness. The Link Between Stress and Heart Disease Healthy Ways To Manage Stress Try stress-relieving activities such as meditation, yoga, and tai-chi. Focus on…
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What Are The Signs Of An Unhealthy Heart?
Read more →: What Are The Signs Of An Unhealthy Heart?Heart Disease Being Easily Exhausted: Chest Pain: Feeling Light-Headed Or Dizzy: Snoring: Swollen Ankles, Legs, And Feet: Contact Us Today! This article was reviewed by Dr. Regina Druz, MD, MBA, FACC, FMCP-M — Board-Certified Integrative Cardiologist at Holistic Heart Centers, Roslyn, NY. This content is for educational purposes and does not substitute personalized medical advice….
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Why A Healthy Gut Is Good For A Healthy Heart
Read more →: Why A Healthy Gut Is Good For A Healthy HeartHeart Attack PreventionHeart Disease Key Points ✓ Sleep disturbances or constant fatigue. Signs Of An Unhealthy Gut: Sleep disturbances or constant fatigue. Skin irritation. Unintentional weight changes. Upset stomach. Help Prevent Artery Hardening: Coronary Heart Disease And Heart Attacks: Talk it through with our team If you’ve been living with poor gut health, chances are…
Heart Disease Is Not Inevitable.
The drivers behind heart disease — inflammation, insulin resistance, oxidative stress, hormonal shifts — are identifiable and addressable. The HeartWell Step 1 Explore visit uncovers what is driving yours and builds a plan to address it.