Heart and Vascular Health

The expert heart and vascular team at UPMC shares must-know information about heart health in our articles, videos, and guides. Here you can learn how to eat better, exercise more, and combat unhealthy habits. Stay up-to-date on heart and vascular conditions, screenings, and treatment options.

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Heart-Healthy Recipes: Baked Sweet Potatoes and Apples

May 14, 2016

Give this Baked Sweet Potatoes and Apples dish a try for a heart-healthy side dish. Or, if you like a sweet breakfast, serve it at brunch. View Recipe

Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute
Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health, Nutrition
Tagged with: Healthy Cooking, healthy recipes, Heart Health, Heart-Healthy Recipes, sweet potatoes
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The Link Between Potassium and High Blood Pressure

May 10, 2016

Find out how a potassium-rich diet can help control blood pressure. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute
Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health, Living and Wellness
Tagged with: blood pressure, high blood pressure, potassium
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Heart Health & Stroke Risk: What’s the Link?

May 6, 2016

Heart disease and stroke can sometimes go hand in hand. Learn about the link between heart health and stroke, and what you can do to stay healthy. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute
Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health
Tagged with: heart disease, stroke
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Healthy Mexican Food: Making Your Favorite Dishes Heart-Healthy

May 4, 2016

Love fare from south of the boarder? Enjoy your favorite foods with these heart-healthy Mexican food recipes and substitutions. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute
Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health, Nutrition
Tagged with: Healthy Mexican food recipes, heart-healthy Mexican food
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Heart-Healthy Recipes: Skillet Ham Hash Recipe

April 30, 2016

This skillet ham hash recipe makes for a heart-healthy meal at breakfast or brunch. View Recipe

Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute
Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health, Nutrition
Tagged with: Healthy Cooking, heart healthy recipes, Heart-Healthy Recipes, Skillet Ham Hash
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Does Watching TV Raise Your Risk of Heart Disease?

April 27, 2016

A sedentary lifestyle may be putting you at risk of heart disease. Learn about heart disease risk factors and what you can do to get active for your heart. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute
Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health
Tagged with: diabetes, heart disease
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Heart-Healthy Recipes: Tuna Niçoise in Lettuce Cups

April 24, 2016

Learn how to make tasty tuna niçoise in lettuce cups, a heart-healthy recipe. View Recipe

Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute
Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health, Nutrition
Tagged with: healthy recipes, heart healthy recipes, Heart-Healthy Recipes, Tuna Nicoise in Lettuce Cups
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Grapefruit and Medication: How to Stay Safe

April 20, 2016

Learn how grapefruit affects your blood pressure and the way your body processes drugs, and what you can do to stay safe while snacking. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute
Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health
Tagged with: grapefruit, high blood pressure, potassium-rich food
Article - 3 Minute Read

What to Expect During a Stress Test

April 16, 2016

Learn about the stress test, a common test doctors use to diagnose and monitor heart problems. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute
Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health
Tagged with: heart disease, stress test