cardiovasular health

Researchers have uncovered a potential answer for why red meat is so closely tied to an increased risk for cardiovascular concerns.

Shake up your stale menu with new and improved carbs, protein, and fat to freshen up your diet.

The methods by which you lower your cholesterol might play a bigger role in your risk for cardiovascular concerns than we previously thought.

Who says improving your heart health can't be enjoyable – or downright fun?

The all-powerful avocado is tasty, but research suggests it’s also a great food to eat if you’re working to lower your cholesterol levels.

New research suggests you could be unintentionally increasing your odds of cardiovascular disease if you’re coming up short on vitamin D.

You already know olive oil is fantastic for your health. Now, there’s even more evidence to support its heart, brain and whole-body benefits.

Grab your recycling bin, because it’s time to ditch plastic for good.

Instead of following strict restrictions and cutting out specific foods, the latest guidance on heart-healthy eating suggests building better long-term habits.

Focus on these foods and actions to prevent and treat cardiovascular disease.

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If you're sorting through all the food advice that follows a diagnosis of hypertension, make sure you don't buy into these popular myths.

Seasoning adds flavor, but it might also be key to getting your heart in shape and lowering your risk for cardiovascular disease.

Are you going to bed at the wrong time? When you head to bed matters, and sleeping too early or too late could increase your risk for poor heart health.

What are the worst foods for someone with high blood pressure? Find out which foods and drinks you should cut out now to help control hypertension.

Sure, salads are healthy – but new research suggests they might be especially great for those at-risk for heart disease. The key to a healthier heart could lie in packing your plate with more leafy green veggies.

Diet and cholesterol are intimately connected – which means it can be possible to control your cholesterol through the food you eat. Here’s how you just might be able to accomplish that.

Struggling to get high blood pressure under control? You might be making some big mistakes that can negatively impact your blood pressure and potentially hinder your healthy progress.

Food can play a key role in lowering high blood pressure, and it has the potential to make a dramatic difference. Discover just how critical your diet can be in lowering hypertension and fighting the complications that come along with it.

Nuts offer nutrients that can play a positive role in heart health, helping you take control of key cardiovascular risk factors like blood pressure and cholesterol.

The green Mediterranean diet can have an impressive effect on your health, offering even better benefits for your heart, liver and risk for diabetes.