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What causes a heart attack?
Your heart takes blood from the small coronary arteries that wrap around your heart. If... Play Video -
Fitness & nutrition: Dining out
When you're trying to be heart-healthy, restaurants can seem like the worst place to be. There... Play Video -
Fitness & nutrition: Heart-smart foods
You can actually lower your blood pressure by eating healthy foods - and that will reduce your... Play Video -
High cholesterol
In the bloodstream, there are two types of cholesterol that play a role in your heart health... Play Video -
Prevention of risk factors
It's important to be aware of your risk factors the ones you're born with, and the ones you... Play Video -
How your heart works
Blood enters the right side of your heart, then flows into your lungs, where it picks up... Play Video -
What is coronary artery disease?
Coronary Artery Disease is when plaque builds up inside the arteries that wrap around your... Play Video -
How to handle a heart attack
If you suspect someone around you is having a heart attack, it's important to act quickly ... Play Video -
How to handle a stroke
You need to take action immediately if you suspect someone around you is having a stroke ... Play Video -
Recovering from a heart attack
A heart attack is a significant event, and it could take time for your body to recover ... Play Video -
Recovering from a stroke
After you've had a stroke, it may take time for your body to recover ... Play Video -
Fitness & nutrition: Healthy eating
When you eat a healthy, well-balanced diet, it helps you heart in many ways ... Play Video -
Fitness & nutrition: Lowering your cholesterol
If your doctor has told you that you have high cholesterol, there's no need to panic ... Play Video -
Metabolic syndrome
When a person has "Metabolic syndrome," it means there are several reasons why they are more... Play Video -
What is a stroke?
When someone has a stroke, it's because their brain has suddenly stopped functioning. ... Play Video -
Getting physical activity
Many adults find themselves getting little or no exercise ... Play Video -
Lowering alcohol consumption
When it comes to alcohol -- as with most things in life -- moderation is key ... Play Video -
Maintaining a healthy weight
Think about five of your closest friends. Chances are, three of them are overweight ... Play Video -
Quitting smoking
Smoking raises your blood pressure, which means there is more force on your arteries as the... Play Video -
Surgery
Since narrowed arteries can lead to a heart attack, your doctor may want to perform a surgery... Play Video -
Cardiac arrest
When someone has a heart attack -- or myocardial infarction -- it means the blood flow to... Play Video -
Warning signs - Heart attack
By recognizing the symptoms of a heart attack, you'll be able to get help quickly ... Play Video -
Warning signs - Stroke
Strokes can be especially dangerous, because sometimes people don't even know that they're... Play Video -
What is heart disease?
Heart disease includes many different conditions -- some that affect the blood flow to the... Play Video -
Am I at risk for heart disease?
People with diabetes are two to four times more likely to develop heart disease, but there are... Play Video -
How do I make my cooking heart-healthy?
By making a few simple changes to the way you cook - Play Video
