Heart Health

To decrease your heart disease risk, you need to keep your cholesterol levels in check. A doctor shares short-term and long-term strategies in this interview.

The Carnivore Diet was conceived by a surgeon and popularized on Joe Rogan's podcast. But its health benefits are limited, and affect the risk of early death.

Research suggests eating cashews, a source of both monounsaturated fat and polyunsaturated fat, could help in protecting the heart from atherosclerosis.

Certain types of medication can affect your blood pressure, which is why it's important to consult a doctor before taking them. But what about decongestants?

There are numerous reasons why we should always strive to have an early bedtime. As it turns out, going to bed late can have an effect on blood pressure, too.

When you exercise, your heart works harder to get more blood to your muscles. However, it could be a warning sign if you see this change in your blood pressure.

What's in your cardiologist's lunchbox? You can bet it's not any of these three foods.

You might be concerned that too many sardines could cause mercury toxicity, but, actually, this polarizing protein can help lower high blood pressure.

Taking supplements enables people to make up for certain nutritional deficiencies. But certain types, like melatonin, can have unexpected effects on the body.

If you have high blood pressure, this can increase your risk of having a heart attack or a stroke. Eating this fat can help reduce your blood pressure.

As we age, our bodies go through many changes. This is how those changes can affect our risk of developing high blood pressure as we turn 50.

Independently, elevated cholesterol and blood pressure levels can cause many problems for your body. This vegetable offers a solution to both, simultaneously.

Stress and anxiety can have a variety of effects on your health, including this little-known effect on your high cholesterol. Here's what to know.

Anyone who's ever drank too much coffee knows that caffeine can speed up your heartrate. This is what would happen to your heart if you stop drinking coffee.

Do you have high blood pressure? Scientists say that this tasty Italian herb contains minerals and compounds that may be able to help lower blood pressure.

Calcium plays many roles throughough your body. Here's what happens to your blood pressure if you don't get enough of this important mineral.

Do social isolation and heart health have a connection? As it turns out, staying indoors all day can actually have a surprising effect on your blood pressure.

Managing your high blood pressure can be challenging if you're unwilling to make changes to your diet. A quick solution is to start consuming this dried fruit.

Many people with high blood pressure aren't aware of their condition because it often doesn't have symptoms. If your fingers look like this, it could be a sign.

While many protein bars highlight the large amount of protein that they contain, are they really a healthy choice when it comes to your cholesterol?

There are myriad methods for lowering blood pressure levels that people turn to. As it turns out, one interesting option involves a bright yellow citrus fruit.

The connection between waking up in the middle of the night and blood pressure might not be obvious at first. But interrupted sleep can point to bigger issues.

Cashews make a great snack because of their satiating protein and fats. They also contains nutrients that may help protect you from this common type of disease.

High blood pressure should be dealt with as quickly as possible, with long-term improvement in mind. This unexpected beverage can help in that area.

A growing number of Americans are eating edamame as a high-quality protein source. Did you know there's a nutrient in edamame that can affect blood pressure?

Eating nuts can reduce your risk of heart disease, but cashews don't carry this claim. If you eat them every day what will happen to your cholesterol levels?

Heart disease is often called the "silent killer" because some people might not know they have it. However, your stomach can give you a clue about your risk.