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Heart Health

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  • Article - 2 Minute Read

    Family Ties: Are Heart Problems Hereditary?

    June 16, 2016

    Heart disease is linked to family history, but that doesn't mean you can't minimize your risk. Learn about what you can do to improve heart health. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute

    Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health

    Tagged with: genetics, heart disease, Heart Health, HVI

    Is heart disease hereditary?
  • Article - 3 Minute Read

    Tips for a Heart-Healthy Cookout

    June 5, 2016

    Find out how to make your next cookout heart-healthy. We've got tips on grilling up healthful foods for your next summer get-together. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute

    Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health

    Tagged with: healthy eating, heart, Heart Health, Heart-Healthy Recipes, lifestyle tips, Nutrition

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  • Recipe

    Heart-Healthy Recipes: Chicken Breasts with Mushroom Sauce

    May 28, 2016

    Looking for a pan-seared chicken breasts in mushroom sauce recipe? This healthy chicken dish makes for a guilt-free dinner. View Recipe

    Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute

    Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health, Living and Wellness, Nutrition

    Tagged with: Healthy Cooking, Heart Health, Our Favorite Chicken Recipes, recipes

    This healthy chicken breast in mushroom sauce recipe dish makes for a guilt-free dinner.
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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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  • Article - 2 Minute Read

    Diabetes & Heart Health: Lowering Your Risks

    November 23, 2015

    Find out about the link between diabetes and heart health. Discover how you can lower your risk for heart disease as well as type 2 diabetes. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute

    Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health

    Tagged with: diabetes, heart attack, Heart Health, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, obesity, stroke, Type 1 diabetes, Type 2 diabetes

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  • Article - 1 Minute Read

    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

    Learn about oils and heart health, and how to make healthy choices in your diet.
  • Gallery

    Yoga Practice for the Office (Video)

    September 16, 2015

    Yoga is a great way to integrate the body, mind and spirit. Watch this video and try this sequence at the office to help yourself de-stress! Learn More

    Categorized as: Fitness, Living and Wellness

    Tagged with: alternative medicine, Heart Health, mental health, stress relief, yoga

    yoga
  • Gallery

    Could You Be at Risk of Developing Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)?

    March 9, 2015

    Lifestyle and genetic factors raise the risk of deep vein thrombosis, a type of blood clot. By understanding the risk, you can take steps to prevent DVT. Learn More

    Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health, Living and Wellness

    Tagged with: blood clot, blood clotting, clot, clotting, deep vein thrombosis, dvt, dvt risks, Heart Health, medical mondays

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  • Gallery

    6 Heart Healthy Recipes

    February 20, 2015

    Eating healthy doesn't have to be boring and tasteless! Discover recipes to keep your heart and the rest of your body healthy. Learn More

    Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health

    Tagged with: baked pita, dijon pork, hawaiin chicken, Health, healthy, heart, Heart Health, heart healthy recipes, nachos, pasta, recipes, shrimp, sweet potatoes

    Heart Healthy Recipes
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