Cardiovascular Blog Articles
Navigating Holiday Feasts: A Guide to Heart-Healthy Eating
The holiday season is a time of joy, connection, and celebration. And with those celebrations often come opportunities to indulge. Large meals, decadent desserts, and alcohol can put strain on your body and your heart, but it doesn’t mean you have to skip the…
5 Warning Signs of Atrial Fibrillation You Shouldn’t Ignore
Atrial fibrillation, or AFib, is an irregular heartbeat that happens when the upper chambers of your heart (the atria) beat out of sync with the lower chambers (the ventricles). Instead of contracting effectively, the atria quiver and create an irregular and often…
4 Reasons Your Varicose Veins Look Bigger and Darker
Varicose veins aren’t just a cosmetic concern. They can be a visible sign of changes happening inside your veins — and if your varicose veins look different than they used to, it’s important to take note. Varicose veins that look larger, darker, or more twisted can…
What Can a Chest X-Ray Show?
Chest X-rays are quick, noninvasive imaging tests that provide a detailed picture of the structures inside your chest, including your heart, lungs, airways, and bones. A chest X-ray is often one of the first steps your doctor might recommend when evaluating symptoms…
What to Expect After Your Echocardiogram
Are you scheduled for an echocardiogram? You might be wondering what it involves and what to expect afterward — and our team at NJ Cardiovascular Institute is here to help. An echocardiogram is a common, noninvasive test that gives your cardiologist a detailed look at…
5 Foods That May Help Lower Your Cholesterol Naturally
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…
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