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Women Fight Cholesterol

Women Fight CholesterolHeart disease is the number one killer of American women, but it can be prevented. One way is to control your cholesterol levels. Find out how.

Keywords: Heart disease, heart disease prevention, cardiovascular prevention, women, cholesterol, cholesterol levels, good cholesterol, HDL cholesterol, LDL cholesterol, triglycerides, American Heart Association guidelines

Stress and Heart Disease

Stress and Heart DiseaseWe've all experienced stress at one time or another. Your heart rate goes up, your blood pressure rises, and every part of your body tenses up. It has been linked to a variety of health conditions, but one of the most significant effects is the damage it can do to your heart. Not only is stress dangerous for people with heart disease, it can also increase the risk of heart complications. Join our panel of experts as they discuss the relationship between stress and heart disease, and share some helpful stress reduction techniques.

Keywords: Stress, heart disease, coronary heart disease, Type-A personality, adrenaline, epinephrine, blood pressure, heart rate, immune system, arteries, group therapy, meditation, smoking, guided visual imagery, Dr. Sam Benjamin, Dr. Nate Lebowitz

Women and Heart Disease

Women and Heart DiseaseHeart disease kills 32 percent of women each year, meaning that more women than men die from heart disease. Tune in to learn the facts about women and heart disease.

Keywords: Women, heart disease, risk, heart attack, cardiovascular disease,blood pressure, risk factors, reduce risk, health habits, high blood pressure

Sleep and Heart Disease

Sleep and Heart DiseaseEveryone knows that a good night's sleep makes you feel better the next day. But did you know that how long you sleep might be a factor in heart disease? Learn how sleep might be linked to the health of your heart.

Keywords: Sleep, insomnia, heart disease, heart, coronary artery disease, heart attacks, heart, blood pressure, hypertension, sympathetic nervous system, blood vessels, stress, hormone levels, stress hormone, cortisol, sleep apnea, hypoxia, exercise, sleep hygiene, benzodiazepines, non benzodiazepines, sleep aids, sleeping pills, sleep disorders

Metabolic Syndrome

Metabolic SyndromeYour risk of developing heart disease, stroke or diabetes is greatly increased if you suffer from a combination of health problems, known as metabolic syndrome. Learn what you can do to fight back.

Keywords: Metabolic syndrome, Metabolic syndrome X, syndrome X, insulin resistance syndrome, overweight, obesity, abdominal fat, high blood pressure, hypertension

Metabolic Syndrome

Metabolic SyndromeMetabolic syndrome is a cluster of conditions that can increase a person's risk of developing heart disease. Learn more about this syndrome and how it affects the heart.

Keywords: Metabolic syndrome, Metabolic syndrome X, syndrome X, insulin resistance syndrome, overweight, obesity, abdominal fat, high blood pressure, hypertension, cholesterol, bad cholesterol, LDL cholesterol, high cholesterol, high triglycerides, low HDL cholesterol, high-density lipoprotein, good cholesterol, abnormal blood sugar, diabetes, heart disease, cardiovascular disease, risk factors, insulin-resistant, lifestyle changes, medication, elevated insulin levels, heart attack, stroke, hyperlipidemia

Stress and Heart Disease

Stress and Heart DiseaseWe've all experienced stress at one time or another. Your heart rate goes up, your blood pressure rises, and every part of your body tenses up. It has been linked to a variety of health conditions, but one of the most significant effects is the damage it can do to your heart. Not only is stress dangerous for people with heart disease, it can also increase the risk of heart complications. Join our panel of experts as they discuss the relationship between stress and heart disease, and share some helpful stress reduction techniques.

Keywords: Stress, heart disease, coronary heart disease, Type-A personality, adrenaline, epinephrine, blood pressure, heart rate, immune system, arteries, group therapy, meditation, smoking, guided visual imagery, Dr. Sam Benjamin, Dr. Nate Lebowitz

How Women Can Keep Cholesterol In Check

How Women Can Keep Cholesterol In CheckHeart disease is the number one killer of women in the U.S. but it can be prevented. One way is to control cholesterol levels. Find out what levels are recommended for prevention.

Keywords: Heart disease, heart disease prevention, cardiovascular prevention, women, cholesterol, cholesterol levels, good cholesterol, HDL cholesterol, LDL cholesterol, triglycerides, American Heart Association guidelines,

Women's Heart Disease Facts

Women's Heart Disease FactsThe statistics for heart disease in women are staggering. Yet many don't know they are at risk, nor do they know the signs and symptoms of trouble. Tune in to learn what everyone should know about the leading cause of death in American women.

Keywords: Heart disease, heart attack, heart disease symptoms, angina, chest pain, cardiovascular disease, coronary artery disease, heart disease in women, heart disease risk factors, heart, arteries, blocked arteries, plaque, heart disease symptoms, heart attack symptoms, heart disease risk factors, heart attack risk factors, smoking, high cholesterol, high blood pressure, obesity, sedentary life-style, diabetes, metabolic syndrome, high blood sugar, heart attack survey

Say ALOHA to Heart Disease

Say ALOHA to Heart DiseaseHeart disease risk is something you have or don't have. But how do you know? Learn how you can set yourself on the path to a heart healthy life. And say aloha to heart disease.

Keywords: Framingham risk calculator, heart disease, heart healthy, cardiovascular disease prevention, statin, ace inhibitor, cholesterol, high blood pressure, overweight, obese, aloha, diabetes,

Nutrition Supplements

Nutrition SupplementsNearly 60 million Americans are diagnosed with heart disease every year and it's the leading cause of death in both men and women. But there's been a lot of talk lately about how nutritional supplements might help. Which supplements are effective? Join our panel of specialists as they discuss the pros and cons of various supplements that are currently available on the market.

Keywords: Nutritional supplements, heart disease, vitamins, minerals, fish oil, omega-3, arrhythmias, heart attack, triglycerides, cholesterol, arteries, Coumadin, aspirin, flaxseed oil, hemp, Resveratrol, picnogenol, varicose veins, grape juice, red wine, L-carnitine, cardiology, congestive heart failure, coenzyme-Q, green tea, polyphenols, B-vitamins, folic acid, homocysteine levels, viscum alba, dysrhythmia, integrated medicine, drug interactions, tree ear, Dr. Sam Benjamin, Dr. Nate Lebowitz

What is Bypass Surgery?

What is Bypass Surgery?Coronary bypass is a form of heart surgery that uses new arteries to "bypass" and replace clogged heart arteries. Tune in to learn more about this important type of heart surgery.

Keywords: Surgery, bypass surgery, bypass, coronary bypass, coronary bypass surgery, cholesterol, arteries, clogs, clogged artery, clogged arteries, artery, heart surgery, surgical bypass

Treating Strokes

Treating StrokesIf you or someone you know is at risk of stroke, it is crucial to recognize that successful stroke treatment depends on quick action. The sooner you can get treatment, the better chance you have of reducing damage to your brain. Our panel of experts will discuss the treatments available for acute stroke, and how to make sure you receive them in time if you are suffering an attack.

Keywords: Stroke, acute stroke, neurology, brain damage, bleeding stroke, ischemic stroke, brain scan, aneurisms, aspirin, heart attack, Dr. Ralph Sacco, Dr. Dara Jamieson

Controlling Cholesterol Counts

Controlling Cholesterol CountsCholesterol is one of the most established risk factors for heart disease, yet people are still confused. Learn what cholesterol is and what we can do to control it.

Keywords: Cholesterol, cardiovascular disease, stroke, heart attack, blockages, artery, coronary artery disease, plaque, LDL, low-density cholesterol, HDL, high-density cholesterol, good cholesterol, bad cholesterol, triglycerides, saturated fat, trans fats, fiber, statin, cholesterol absorption inhibitors, niacin, fibrate therapy, exercise, physical activity, healthy weight, smoking, Atorvastatin, Lipitor, Fluvastatin, Lescol, Lovastatin, Mevacor, Pravastatin, Pravachol, Rosuvastatin, Crestor, Simvastatin, Zocor, Ezetimibe, Zetia, Cholestyramine, Questran, Colestipol, Colestid, Colesevelam, WelChol, Gemfibrozil, Lopid, Fenofibrate, TriCor, Clofibrate, Abitrate, Atromid-S

Types of Stents

Types of StentsWhen an artery narrows in your heart, doctors can fix the problem by inserting a small wire mesh tube called a stent to hold the artery open. Which type of stent works best for you?

Keywords: Stenting, clogged arteries, stent, diseased artery, artery, artery repair, lifestyle changes, medications, aspirin, clopidogrel, Plavix, blood clots, heart attack. atherosclerosis, coronary artery disease,

Angina

AnginaAngina pectoris is the name for a chest pain or discomfort caused by a lack of blood supply to the heart muscle. Learn more about the signs and symptoms of this common condition.

Keywords: angina pectoris, angina, chest pain, heart, lack of blood, pressure, squeezing pain, shoulder pain, arm pain, neck pain, jaw pain, back pain, indigestion, Coronary artery disease, CAD, atherosclerosis, exercise, exertion

Angina Evaluation

Angina EvaluationIf you've been diagnosed with angina, how often you need to be monitored will depend on the severity of the angina. Tune in to learn more about the evaluation process.

Keywords: angina pectoris, angina, evaluation, testing, chest pain, heart, lack of blood, pressure, squeezing pain, shoulder pain, arm pain, neck pain, jaw pain, back pain, indigestion, Coronary artery disease, CAD, atherosclerosis, exercise, exertion, exercise stress test,


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