If you enjoy including Romaine lettuce in your salad, you’ve most likely noticed the empty spaces in the grocery store produce aisle where Romaine used to be found. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (USDA), and...
Your heart has four chambers: two atria and two ventricles. It takes all four of these chambers working in concert to pump life-giving oxygen through your bloodstream—each chamber must function properly to prevent a catastrophic health emergency. Similarly, four areas...
February is American Heart Month. Take the Million Hearts quiz to see if you’re a sodium smarty and learn about ways to reduce sodium at home, at the grocery store, and more! [wp_quiz id=”1697″]
It can be hard to talk to a family member or friend about making healthy lifestyle changes. Use these tips to start a conversation about heart-healthy changes like quitting smoking or getting more physical activity. Begin by saying that you care. You can say: “I want...
February is American Heart Month Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States. Fortunately, it is largely preventable and there are many things people can do to reduce their risk, such as being more active. Join the NHLBI and itsThe Heart Truth®...
February is American Heart Month, a time to show yourself some love by learning about your risks for heart disease and stroke and staying “heart healthy” for yourself and your loved ones. Cardiovascular disease (CVD)—including heart disease, stroke, and...
