Heart Health

Heart disease is the number one cause of death in the U.S. Ways to reduce your risk include regular exercise, a healthy diet, managing stress, and oral hygiene.

No doubt about it, chest pain can be distressing. The first thing that generally comes to mind is a heart attack, but there are other potential causes, too.

You may not be a medical professional, but you surely know that a heart attack is a serious medical issue. What you may not know is exactly what causes it.

For some people, heartburn only lasts a few minutes, but for others, it can last hours. What does it mean when you have heartburn frequently?

When you listen to your heart with a stethoscope and it makes a whooshing or swishing sound, that indicates a heart murmur. What causes it, and is it dangerous?

Your legs can give important clues about what's happening inside your body, including your heart health. Here are the top signs to look out for.

Taking care of your heart should always be a top priority. Developing and maintaining a heart-healthy diet is a good place to start.

If you experience heartburn before bed, this may be the underlying cause.

In terms of an unhealthy heart rate, there are several factors that can cause your heart to race. Here is what to look for in terms of your heartbeat.

Regular exercise reduces risk factors for heart disease and can cause the heart muscle to grow bigger. But certain activities can cause the heart to shrink.

We all want instant relief from painfully discomforting heartburn or acid reflux, so here's the first thing you should do when you get heartburn.

Chances are if you have ever had a medical check-up, including your annual physical exam, you've also had a doctor measure your heart rate. Here's why.

Recognizing symptoms of heart disease can be a bit tricky. If you are experiencing any of these symptoms, contact a health care professional to get diagnosed.

Dark chocolate can boost your mood, help with memory loss, regulate blood sugar, help stave off diabetes, promote healthy skin, and help prevent cancer.

Vitamin E is a fat-soluble vitamin found in a variety of foods including sunflower seeds, almonds, asparagus, and avocado. Can it help your heart?

At rest, our hearts generally beat between 60 to 100 times every minute, but how do we know when our heart rate is too high and what can we do about it?

Heart attacks are startlingly common, but they often come with some warning signs that should prompt you to seek medical attention. Read on to learn more.

You may have been told that late-night eating isn't good for you, but is that true? Here's the connection between those midnight snacks and your heart health.

Many people know the importance of tracking your heart rate during exercise, but your resting heart rate is a significant indicator of your health too.

Did you ever wonder what happens to your heart when you're frightened? And did you ever wonder if the fear could literally scare you to death?

Eating a proper diet is key to preventing heart disease, and Health Digest spoke with Dr. Loretta Friedman to find out specific ways to address your diet.

One of the difficult things about heart disease is that it has many causes. Heart defects and diseased heart muscle can be causes—but there are others too.

How much exercise is enough, and what happens to your heart with daily, deliberate physical activity?

Have you heard of something called "broken heart syndrome?"