Latest Heart Health articles
Matters of the Heart
By Gail Johnson on February 3, 2020Just like fingerprints and snowflakes, no two hearts are alike. And men and women experience matters of the heart—physically, at… Continue reading...
Ask the Experts
By Jenna Mangan, CNP, RYT on February 1, 2019Q: What’s the link between vitamin K2 and cardiovascular health? A. It’s well known that coronary artery calcification (the buildup… Continue reading...
Take Your Heart Health to Heart
By Dr. Katherine Kremblewski on February 1, 2018Heart health is a topic often rife with conflicting and confusing information. When dealing with cardiovascular conditions such as high… Continue reading...
CoQ10
By alive Editorial on February 1, 2018Coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10) is an antioxidant that the body produces and stores in the mitochondria of our cells, where it’s… Continue reading...
Cold Heart Facts
By Gillian Flower, ND on February 1, 2018Small misconceptions can have big impacts on your cardiovascular system, putting you at risk of heart disease. Check your heart… Continue reading...
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Heart Health
The heart is responsible for pumping blood, transporting essential oxygen and nutrients throughout the body, making it a vital organ. Heart disease and related conditions are especially concerning, accounting for over 30% of deaths worldwide.
Heart disease (or cardiovascular disease) has many risk factors, some of which are unavoidable (age, family history), more of which are not (lifestyle factors like diet, exercise, stress, or tobacco consumption).
Read these recommended articles to learn more about maintaining a healthy heart and the best ways to prevent and manage heart disease.