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cardiovascular care

Hydrate for heart health

Drinking a proper amount of water each day can help keep your sodium levels in check—and your heart will thank you.

Patient Story

‘It was urgent’

Jim Boismier wasn't especially worried when he underwent heart tests at a care campus near home. But then his doctor identified an obstructed artery.

Patient Story

‘I changed everything, cold turkey’

After a diagnosis of Type 2 diabetes, Alan Barchett's commitment to diet and lifestyle change has helped him reclaim his health.

7 steps to a healthier heart

A cardiologist identifies good habits to adopt—and one very bad habit to drop.

Patient Story

‘One true cardiac emergency’

After a 10-hour surgery to repair arterial and heart damage, a vintage tank enthusiast is back on track.

More of this, less of that

Want to toughen your ticker? The food choices you make today can promote a healthier heart tomorrow.

A whole lot of goodness

Natural, plant-based foods can lower your intake of sugar, salt and unhealthy fats—and ultimately strengthen your fight against chronic disease.

A healthy flair for fall fare

A few quick and easy tweaks can boost the nutrition in your stuffing, soups and more.

For heart attack recovery, follow doc’s orders

Survival improves dramatically for those who can stick to the guidelines.

The original heart med: Fruits, veggies

Plant-based diets offer a host of protective benefits.

Can statins stifle healthy habits?

Some who take medication for high cholesterol or blood pressure might stop exercising or gain weight in later years.

Want to gain years? Master blood pressure

Study: A typical 50-year-old with hypertension could gain three extra years of life by aggressively treating the condition.