Heart Health

Foods That Do a Heart Good


Get expert advice on the top 10 heart-healthy super foods, and why they should play a major role in your diet.

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Bike to Work for Heart Health


Driving to work, rather than cycling or walking, can quadruple men's heart attack risk, research shows.

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Why Smoking May Increase Heart Risk


Researchers suggest nicotine -- not smoke -- may be a reason smoking increases the risk of cardiovascular diseases.

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Q&A From Our Experts

Today's Expert: SusanMitchell
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I've heard of omega-3 fatty acids. What are they exactly, and why are these fats good for my heart?

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Omega-3s are part of the polyunsaturated family of fats that are found mainly in fish and some plant sources. Why have they become so popular? ... Read More...
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Heart Healthy Living

Heart disease affects 20 million Americans. How can you live a heart healthy life?

Groups

Healthy Recipes

Do you like to eat right and have recipes to share? Or do want to start eating better but are short on ideas for what to cook? Contribute your advice here -- or find great tips, kitchen tricks and delicious dishes in this healthy recipes group!

Discussion Boards

Welcome to the High Blood Pressure Discussion Board

Welcome to the discussion! You've found the ThirdAge discussion group devoted to the signs, symptoms, treatment, and support of folks with hypertension -- high blood pressure to most of us. Please feel free to use this forum to post your ideas and advice and ask questions of other ThirdAgers who share your interests. Although you should never consider the ideas and opinions voiced here as medical advice on your specific condition, you can and should use them as springboards for discussions with your own personal healthcare professionals. Because this forum will not be tightly moderated, it is the responsibility of all participants to play fair, treat other respectfully, and keep the tone civil and caring.

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