You’ve heard that too much sitting is bad for you. But anyone who’s worked in retail can tell you that standing for eight (or more) hours a day is exhausting and painful. But it also strains your body in specific ways that, when combined, create a deadly trifecta for heart-disease…

If you have a family history of heart disease, you’re no doubt aware of the factors that can lower your risk of a heart attack and stroke. However, even if you have no history of heart troubles, there is another factor that can greatly increase your risk…

If you want to get more fit with less work, I’ve got a workout for you… People who do it have better blood pressure and cholesterol, along with less arterial stiffness, all of which are risk factors for heart disease. Joint problems? Not a problem…

Traditionally, doctors measure your blood pressure, cholesterol levels, body mass index and blood sugar to see how your heart’s doing. But there’s another simple way to gauge your heart attack risk that doesn’t involve a trip to your doctor’s office…

One simple activity can exert a tremendous influence over your health. Scientific research proves the health-power of this activity, but most people don’t seem to understand how much it can improve their lives.

There’s something about the color red that fires up the belly. But more than stimulating your appetite, the red happens to have several potent heart-healthy benefits. And it’s all due to the pigment that gives pink and red-colored fruits and veggies their irresistible hue…

In this modern world, it’s easy to look to man-made pharmaceuticals to treat all your ailments. But why do that when there are medicinal miracles hiding in plain sight? Take the humble strawberry as an example.

Cholesterol is linked to heart disease. We’ve heard it all our lives — the good, the bad and the ugly. But is it true? Over the years as researchers have begun to understand more, it is now becoming apparent that the good, the bad and the ugly are not what we once believed.

If you have high cholesterol, you may have already talked to your doctor… If so, he probably prescribed a statin drug to lower your cholesterol. Unfortunately, cholesterol drugs are like a prescription for disease, offering up some serious side effects…

If you’re considering a vegetarian diet you may want to dig deeper. Research shows that not all plant-based diets are equal. In fact, some are downright unhealthy. One in particular, however, appears to reduce cardiovascular risk and lead to a longer life…

For many years it’s been feared due to its high fat content. But, like many foods, the much-maligned avocado has just been misunderstood. Instead of causing harm, it actually has the ability to heal. Eating avocado each day is heart-protective…

By focusing your attention to heart-healthy food sources, you can greatly reduce your risk of heart disease. But it’s not just about eating healthy — it’s about eating foods with nutrients and compounds that fight for your heart health.