Cardiovascular Blog Articles

Millions of Americans have high cholesterol, one of the risk factors for heart disease. High cholesterol usually develops without any symptoms, which means you could have it without knowing it — but the good news is that small dietary changes may make a big…

Heart disease is a leading cause of illness and death in the United States, but it’s not a single condition. It’s actually an umbrella term that includes a range of cardiovascular problems. Understanding the different types of heart disease is the first step in…

Heart palpitations are a common sensation where your heart feels like it's racing, pounding, fluttering, or skipping beats. The episodes can happen when you’re active or resting, and you might feel them in your chest or your throat. Palpitations can be…

A stress test evaluates how well your heart functions during physical exertion. It helps detect potential heart problems, like blocked arteries or irregular heart rhythms, by monitoring your heart rate, blood pressure, and electrical activity while you exercise. If…

Cholesterol is a waxy substance found in your blood. And while it’s essential for bodily functions like hormone production and cell structure, imbalanced cholesterol levels — particularly high levels of low-density lipoprotein (LDL), or “bad cholesterol” — may…

Coronary artery disease (CAD) is a common heart condition that affects about 20 million adults in the United States. It develops when your coronary arteries, which supply oxygen-rich blood to your heart, become narrowed or blocked due to plaque buildup — a mix of…