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Can Overeating Hurt Your Heart?

November 26, 2015

Find out how overeating can raise your risk for heart disease. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute
Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health
Tagged with: cholesterol, heart disease, high blood pressure, metabolic syndrome
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Is Shellfish Healthy for You?

November 18, 2015

Most dietary guidelines recommend eating more seafood. Shellfish are a great addition to any diet, with numerous health benefits. Learn more. Read More

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Categorized as: Nutrition
Tagged with: heart disease, seafood, shellfish, shrimp
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Oils and Heart Health

October 30, 2015

Learn about oils and heart health, and how to make healthy choices in your diet. Some oils may be bad for the heart, but moderation is key. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute
Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health
Tagged with: bad fats, cholesterol, good fats, heart disease, Heart Health, oils
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Cholesterol Basics: What You Need to Know

September 12, 2015

Cholesterol is a fatty, waxy substance found in body tissue. Learn about what cholesterol is and what you can do to stay in a healthy range. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute
Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health, Living and Wellness
Tagged with: Atherosclerosis, cholesterol, cholesterol treatment, hardening of arteries, heart attack, heart disease, high cholesterol, stroke
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What Is an Echocardiogram?

August 23, 2015

Learn more about an echocardiogram: why you may need one, what to expect during the test, and what your results mean. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute
Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health
Tagged with: chest pain, echocardiogram, heart disease, heart hurt
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The Importance of Check-Ups and Heart Screenings for Men

July 31, 2015

Learn how having a regular checkup and screening with your doctor can lower your risk of heart and vascular disease. Learn More

Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health
Tagged with: checkup, heart, heart disease, heart screening, Vascular disease
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Benefits of Coconut Milk That May Surprise You

June 22, 2015

Did you know coconut milk can help prevent heart disease and can improve your immune health? Learn the health benefits of coconut milk. Read More

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Categorized as: Nutrition
Tagged with: coconut milk, health benefits of coconut milk, heart disease, infographic, milk matchup
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How Quitting Smoking Helps Your Heart

June 21, 2015

Learn how quitting smoking helps your heart and blood vessels and discover a typical quitter's timeline to learn how your health will improve. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute
Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health
Tagged with: blood clots, blood vessels, heart, heart disease, quit smoking, smoking, smoking cessation, Vascular disease
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FDA To Remove Trans Fat From Food By 2018

June 19, 2015

The FDA will no longer allow partially hydrogenated oils in foods by 2018. These oils add trans fat, which may increase the risk of heart disease. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC
Categorized as: Nutrition
Tagged with: butter, coronary heart disease, FDA, Food and Drug Administration, heart attack, heart disease, margerine, nutrition labels, Processed foods, trans fat, trans fats, trans fatty acids, vegetable oil, who, World Health Organization