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How does being overweight affect my heart?
Obesity is used to describe the health condition of anyone significantly above his or her ideal... Full Answer12/31/1969
What do the blood pressure numbers mean?
About one in three U.S. adults has high blood pressure. There are lots of factors that help your... Full Answer12/31/1969
What happens during a heart attack?
Your heart muscle needs oxygen to survive. A heart attack -- which happens in the United States... Full Answer12/31/1969
What is the mitral valve?
First, a quick anatomy lesson. Your heart has four valves. The mitral valve is between the heart's... Full Answer12/31/1969
How does aspirin protect the heart?
An aspirin a day could help keep the blood clots away, but you need to talk to your doctor first.... Full Answer12/31/1969
What are the symptoms of a heart attack in women?
Although men and women can experience chest pressure that feels like an elephant sitting across the... Full Answer12/31/1969
Is sea salt better for me than regular salt?
Your taste buds may have a preference, but sea salt doesn’t have any real health advantages.... Full Answer12/31/1969
What is normal heart rate?
Normal heart rate varies from person to person. Knowing yours can be an important heart-health... Full Answer12/31/1969
How do I monitor my heart rate during exercise?
It’s not hard to stay in the know while you’re on the move. While you exercise, do... Full Answer12/31/1969
How do I measure my heart rate?
It’s best to check your heart rate in the morning after you’ve had a good night’s... Full Answer12/31/1969
What is a normal heart rate?
Normal heart rate varies from person to person. Knowing yours can be an important heart-health... Full Answer12/31/1969
What is an electrocardiogram (EKG)?
An electrocardiogram, also called electrocardiography, ECG or EKG, is a quick, painless test that... Full Answer12/31/1969
What are the symptoms of heart failure?
Symptoms of heart failure may include: Shortness of breath, especially when lying down Tired,... Full Answer12/31/1969
What is a heart attack?
A heart attack, also called a myocardial infarction, is death of or damage to part of the heart... Full Answer12/31/1969
How is heart valve disease (valvular heart disease) treated?
Yearly check-ups with your doctor, medicine and living a healthy lifestyle may be all that’s... Full Answer12/31/1969
