The 10 Best Supplements for Heart Health

One in three Americans has one or more types of cardiovascular disease—39 million of which are age 60 and older. High blood pressure is a major indicator of emerging heart disease, but there are things you can do to reduce your risks. Health experts recommend that healthy people get adequate nutrients by eating a variety of foods in moderation, rather than by taking supplements, but the following list of 10 supplements will help protect your heart and keep it strong and functioning for years to come.

The Best Supplements for Heart Health

One in three Americans has one or more types of cardiovascular disease—39 million of which are age 60 and older. High blood pressure is a major indicator of emerging heart disease, but there are things you can do to reduce your risks.

Heart Disease: What Women Need to Know

Here are two important questions for you... Question #1: Are you a woman? Question #2: If your answer to #1 was “yes” do you know you may be at serious risk for heart disease? For years coronary heart disease was thought to be more of a “man’s disease” and affect many more men than women. That’s just not the case. In fact, 25 percent of women – alongside 25 percent of men – have some form of cardiovascular (or heart) disease. More than 500,000 women die each year due to heart disease and it is the number one killer of women over the age of 25. But many women don’t consider heart disease to be a health risk. So why don’t more women pay attention to this deadly health threat?

5 Tips for a Healthy Heart

As we move into February – American Heart Month, we’re reminded just how important our ticker is to living a long, healthy life. It’s so important, in fact, that every February since 1963 Congress has required the President to declare February as such. One can see why we have an entire month dedicated to healthy hearts. No – it’s not because of Valentine’s Day! Heart disease (including stroke) is the leading cause of death for both men and women. And although you can’t combat every risk factor (such as family history, age, race), there are things you can do to avoid falling prey to heart disease - simple ways to help keep your heart in tip-top shape.

4 Natural Habits That Will Help Prevent Heart Disease

February is heart health month and Valentine’s Day shouldn’t be the only day of the year when your heart gets some attention! In fact, your heart should be top of mind every day of the year. Why is that? Well, heart disease is the number one cause of death for both men and women and if you want to live a long, productive life, taking care of your heart is key. Follow these four important guidelines to ensure that your heart health is a top priority all year long.

Chicken Soup and, Surprise, Chicken Legs Can Reduce Blood Pressure

More fodder for grandmas everywhere: Japanese researchers have published a new study showing that the collagen proteins found in chicken may actually lower blood pressure. What’s more, that poultry broth floating your noodles or matzo ball might well allow a patient with high blood pressure to reduce medications known as ACE inhibitors.

No Longer a Guilty Pleasure: Eat Coconut for Better Heart Health

In the past, coconuts have been blasted for their high saturated fat content. In fact, the saturated fat content of coconuts is higher than that of butter. Now that’s fatty! But hold the phone . . . new research is shedding light on the newly-discovered heart-healthy benefits of coconuts, despite its high saturated fat content. Let’s take a closer look . . .

A Close Look at Hypertension

Hypertension is also known as high blood pressure. Many Americans have been diagnosed with this illness and it can lead to more serious health risks, like heart attack and stroke. When you are finding out whether or not you have hypertension, the doctor will measure how much blood your heart is pumping to your arteries. If your heart is pumping a lot of blood and your arteries are fairly thin, then the higher your blood pressure level will be.

A Closer Look at the Causes and Types of Cardiovascular Disease

Cardiovascular disease is a classification for a group of illnesses that occur in the cardiovascular system. This can include heart attacks, strokes, heart failure, high blood pressure and coronary artery disease. This term is also sometimes referred to as heart disease because it has to do with illnesses in the arteries of the heart; just like all of the illnesses listed above. If you have been put at risk for developing cardiovascular disease or it runs in your family, it is a good idea to touch base with the details about it.

Could You Be at Risk for Cardiovascular Disease?

Nearly everyone knows somebody who has been affected by cardiovascular disease. What many don’t realize is that there are a variety of risk factors other than smoking and high cholesterol. The more factors you have, the more likely you are to suffer from cardiovascular disease later in life.