Except for those who have familial hypercholesterolemia (FH), most people who have high cholesterol can adopt a healthy diet to improve the cholesterol level. Find out more at:
In 2002, heart disease statistics show that 696,947 people died of heart disease (51% were women). This was 29% of all U.S. deaths. In 2006, heart disease is projected to cost more than $258 billion, including health care services, medications, and lost productivity.
Friday, July 31, 2020
Saturday, July 25, 2020
Heart Disease Prevention - Can One Born With High Cholesterol?
High cholesterol is often the result of unhealthy lifestyle such as poor diet consisting of saturated fat, trans fat; lack of exercise; and smoking. Aging, obesity and diabetes can cause cholesterol to raise, too. High cholesterol can, however, be inherited. Find out more at:
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Sunday, July 19, 2020
Heart Disease Prevention - How Is COVID-19 Linked To Heart Disease?
People with heart disease, including high blood pressure, and congenital heart defects, are more likely to develop more severe symptoms and complications when infected with COVID-19, according to The American Heart Association (AHA). Find out more at:
Wednesday, July 08, 2020
Heart Disease Prevention - Can Allergy Drug Worsen Heart Conditions?
Allergy medications can be obtained over the counter or prescription. But some allergy medications can worsen a heart condition or can be dangerous when mixed with blood pressure drugs and certain heart disease medicines. Find out more at:
Heart Disease Prevention - Letting Healthy Habits Slip Bad For The Heart!
Medications can be effective, but they do not eliminate the need for a healthy lifestyle. Having a healthy diet and exercise, managing alcohol consumption, quitting smoking, may help people keep their medication doses lower, which may lower side effects. Find out more at: