Green Tea May Improve Circulation

By Corie Richter

Green tea is gaining popularity as a beverage. New research has also revealed it may hold some heart-health benefits. Read more.

Inactive Children More at Risk of Heart Disease, Earlier

05/30/08 Nutrition & Exercise

Physical activity is one great deterrent of heart disease. It is so powerful in fact that children who do not participate in regular physical activity run a greater risk of heart disease that can manifest itself as early as their teenage years.

Let Them Eat Chocolate

04/30/08 Nutrition & Exercise

By Corie Ricther

A new type of chocolate has been shown to lower cholesterol and blood pressure without causing weight gain. The dark chocolate and plant sterols of the Mars chocolate bar CocoaVia make it a guilt-free guilty pleasure.

Are You Too Sick to Workout?

04/28/08 Nutrition & Exercise

By Eliz Greene

Spring allergies and colds can make you feel miserable, but are you too sick to exercise? Heart attack-survivor Eliz Greene offers some simple guidelines about when you should skip a day of exercise in favor of rest.

Metabolic Syndrome Blue-plate Special

03/31/08 Nutrition & Exercise

Fast food can significantly increase waistlines, and researchers have determined it can also greatly increase risk of heart disease and diabetes. Read what foods are most damaging and how to minimize risks associated with metabolic syndrome.

Lack of Vitamin D May Increase Heart Disease Risk

03/07/08 Nutrition & Exercise

A lack of vitamin D can contribute to developing heart disease. Read more about the recent research that identifies the risks and offers solutions.

Most With High Blood Pressure Don't Follow Diet

03/04/08 Nutrition & Exercise

Even though following healthy dietary guidelines can successfully control high blood pressure or hypertension, few people living with the condition adhere to those guidelines.

Tips for the Grocery Store

02/29/08 Nutrition & Exercise

By Eliz Greene

Choosing heart healthy foods at the grocery store is the first step to eating well, but how do you know what to choose? Heart attack-survivor Eliz Greene offers some tips for wise selections.

Eating Fish a Smart Move

02/27/08 Nutrition & Exercise

By Corie Richter

Eating more fish could positively impact your heart. A new study has found that omega-3 fatty acids found in fish can reduce erratic heart beat during chest pain or heart attack.

Artificial Sweeteners Could be Hurting Your Heart

02/15/08 Nutrition & Exercise

By Eliz Greene

There are many artificially sweetened foods and drinks, but do they help maintain a healthy weight or hurt? Eliz Greene reveals why artificial sweeteners may be derailing your healthy eating habits and suggests better choices.

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Green Tea May Improve Circulation

Inactive Children More at Risk of Heart Disease, Earlier

Let Them Eat Chocolate

Are You Too Sick to Workout?

Metabolic Syndrome Blue-plate Special

Lack of Vitamin D May Increase Heart Disease Risk

Most With High Blood Pressure Don't Follow Diet

Tips for the Grocery Store

Eating Fish a Smart Move

Artificial Sweeteners Could be Hurting Your Heart

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