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Processed foods are an illusion, often appearing to be healthy (with claims like low fat, low carb, vitamin fortified, no trans fat, contains omega-3s, etc.) when these foods are in fact the very thing making a lot of Americans unhealthy, sick, and fat. Coronary heart disease, diabetes, stroke and cancer – four of the top ten chronic diseases that kill most of us – “can be traced directly to the industrialization of our food” according to Michael Pollan. Making smarter (and sometimes more…

Suzanne Rizkallah, 35, of Frederick has recovered well from coronary artery disease.

Get the facts about coronary artery disease in women, including often-overlooked symptoms and safe, accurate testing options for women.

According to a recent study, higher levels of calcium in the coronary artery could put middle-aged and black people at risk of serious heart problems.

According to a recent study, the combined effect of stress from social interactions and work increases women's risk of developing coronary heart disease by 21%.

Daily dry saunas can lower risk of sudden and coronary artery disease related death, a new study shows. Find out what's behind the heart health benefits.

Did you know that regular exercise can diminish your risk for coronary heart disease and more? Discover the rewarding benefits of cardiovascular exercise now.

US men aged 50 years and older, including many with coronary disease, are continuing to use testosterone despite warnings of potential cardiac harm, finds a new analysis of Medicare data.

Heart disease is the leading cause of men and women, and the risk increases for older adults. Know these warning signs of high blood pressure, coronary artery disease, heart attack, atrial fibrillation, and congestive heart failure.

Studies state that 26 million American grown-ups experience the ill effects of chronic kidney disease (CKD) and that the number is liable to climb unless Americans quit fooling around about counteractive action. Essential dangers include: diabetes; coronary illness; hypertension; kidney failure in the family history; and age 60 or more. Auxiliary dangers include: corpulence; immune …

Published February 15, 2019
With American Heart Month in February , it’s an opportunity to learn more about what to do if your heart isn’t in top shape. One condition to know more about: heart failure, particularly as it relates to rehabilitation
According to the CDC, “ Heart failure happens when the heart cannot pump enough blood and oxygen to support other organs in your body.” The organization estimates that there are about 5.7 million people in the U.S. with the condition —and…

February is American Heart Month and that makes it the perfect time to talk about heart disease, which is currently the leading cause of death for both men and women in the United States
According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (the CDC), 1 in every 4 deaths in the United States is due to heart disease.
With staggering statistics like this, it's clear more awareness and prevention is needed, because the risk of heart disease can be significantly decreased through…

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Do you ever feel like it's expensive to live a healthy life? I hear that a lot from my patients. Buying high-quality food, becoming involved in wellness classes and workshops, and investing in socially responsible products can add up — and it can definitely be overwhelming.
Well, the good news is that there are many things that you can do to optimize your health that are absolutely free. Here are 10 of my favorites.
Laugh it up.
Not only is laughter…

Question
What is the link between heart disease and depression? Is a person with depression more likely to develop heart disease?
Answer:
A person with depression is at higher risk for heart disease, and a person with heart disease is at higher risk for depression.
The link between the two diseases is complex and not entirely understood. Many of the effects of depression — feeling unable to exercise or eat properly, for example — and the behaviors associated with depression, like smoking and…

Posted February 26, 2015
By Michael T. Murray, ND
Migraine headaches are estimated to affect over 28 million Americans. These headaches are caused by excessive dilation of blood vessels in the head and are characterized by a throbbing or pounding sharp pain
The standard medical approach is the use of over-the-counter (OTC) and prescription (Rx) drugs. The OTC options are pain relievers alone or in combination…

Your health and weight are intimately connected. The good news is you can eat more and weigh less -- that's right, you can lose weight without feeling deprived or hungry. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, if your Body Mass Index falls into the range of overweight or obese, you are at a higher risk for the following diseases and conditions
Coronary heart…

By JANE E. BRODY
January 26, 2015
Many people with chronic health problems resign themselves to lives of modest activity or no activity at all, thinking vigorous exercise is unsafe or that they lack the stamina for it. But recent studies are proving just the opposite
They are showing that high-intensity exercise may be even better than regular aerobic activities for many patients with conditions like…