Living Well - Heart Health

Have very high triglycerides? Follow these simple steps to lower them—and keep heart disease at bay.

Movie and TV star and cancer survivor Jaclyn Smith shares the strategies that rein in her health risks—starting with the routine screening that saved her life.

A Blessing in Disguise

After surviving two minor heart attacks, Janet C. decided to see it as an opportunity to change her life. Here’s how she did accomplished her goals.

Fight Heart Disease with Physical Activity

Physical activity plays a major role in keeping your heart healthy. Don't let the couch cut your life short. Learn more about the benefits of exercise and what exercises can improve your heart health.

Myth or Fact? Acute Coronary Syndrome

You may hear all the time that drinking wine is good for your heart health. Or that eating dark chocolate may reduce your risk of acute coronary syndrome. But is that really true? We have the surprising answers.

Bypass Surgery for PAD: Is It Right for You?

Once diagnosed with peripheral artery disease, your doctor will give you several options of treatment. Depending on your condition, you doctor may suggest bypass surgery. Research shows that surgery can work, but it will take a lot more than surgery to ensure long-term success. Learn more about it here.

Can Peripheral Artery Disease Be Reversed?

If you're feeling pain in your legs when you walk or try to exercise than you may be suffering from peripheral artery disease. Learn more about the danger signs of this condition and what lifestyle changes you can make to fight PAD.

Tips for Heart-Smart Living

It's no secret that eating wisely and exercising regularly will go a long way toward keeping your heart at its best. Here are a few tips to help you get started.

10 Heart-Healthy Food Swaps

Eating healthy can help lower your cholesterol and triglyceride levels. Here are 10 heart-healthy food swaps that can benefit your heart without sacrificing taste!

Eat Your Way to Lower Triglycerides

Lowering triglycerides can help you prevent heart disease. Try using these smart, healthy meal tips to lower your triglyceride levels.

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