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Mediterranean vs. Low-Fat Diet

Which is healthier for your heart: a Mediterranean-style diet or a low-fat diet? A study reported in the Annals of Internal Medicine looked into this question and the results may surprise you. Lifestyle measures are essential to reduce your risk of a heart attack -- whether you are trying to prevent your first heart attack or have already had one and do not want to have another. The aim of lifestyle measures is to control the…  More...

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Take Heart in Exercise

Your waistline may weigh more heavily in your risk of coronary heart disease, but exercise habits make a big difference as well, according to a recent study. Research shows that regular physical activity helps prevent coronary heart disease. Regular exercise helps to control weight, lower blood pressure, and improve blood lipid levels. Yet, despite these beneficial effects, too many Americans are content with a sedentary lifestyle. According to the American Heart Association, only about 30% of…  More...

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Stress and Heart Disease

Though the evidence is not definitive, a lot of research suggests a possible link between stress and heart disease. Johns Hopkins cardiologists discuss this important topic. We've all heard the remark: 'If that person doesn't slow down, he is going to have a heart attack.' So it's not surprising that along with the usual advice about blood pressure, cholesterol, exercise, and diet your doctor may advise you to manage or reduce the stress in your life.…  More...

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Research on Men, Women, and the Heart

When it comes to the heart, men and women are more different than you might think. Here are insights on men, women, and cardiovascular health from the world of research.   More...

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Should You Have an Exercise Stress Test?

Every year, thousands of Americans have an exercise stress test to find out how well their hearts can handle a workload. Should you be one of them? Johns Hopkins offers advice. Most people who have an exercise stress test either have diagnosed coronary heart disease or symptoms that suggest heart disease, such as chest pain or shortness of breath. And if you are healthy, have no heart disease, symptoms, and have no risk factors for heart…  More...

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Homocysteine and Heart Disease

Each issue of the Johns Hopkins Heart Bulletin features a Grand Rounds section in which Hopkins specialists answer readers' questions about heart health. Here's a sample. Q. I know that homocysteine was in the news several years ago, when it was identified as a marker for heart disease risk. I haven't heard much about homocysteine since then. My wife says I should take folic acid, just to be sure that I keep my homocysteine levels low,…  More...

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Let Them Drink Wine

In recent studies, mice were less likely to die early if they received large doses of resveratrol – a substance found in red wine. But does this data translate to humans? Read which Johns Hopkins advises … You’re sure to have heard reports that some alcoholic beverages, including red wine, offer cardiovascular protection. Now red wine is in the spotlight again, thanks to research suggesting that red wine has age-defying benefits that can counter the effects…  More...

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Soy and Heart Attack Prevention

Soy is another food component to consider in your efforts to prevent a heart attack. Even though research now shows that eating foods high in soy protein helps lower LDL cholesterol levels by a mere 3%, choosing soy-containing foods (such as soymilk and tofu) can still be beneficial for your heart. That’s because people who eat soy products tend to consume them instead of foods like meat and full-fat dairy products that are high in saturated fat and cholesterol.  More...

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Heart Attack Symptoms? Be prepared.

For many people, heart attacks begin gradually and involve little pain or discomfort. In fact, the heart attack symptoms might be so mild or subtle that you aren’t even sure what’s wrong. This uncertainty can lead to lengthy and dangerous delays in making that all-important 911 call. According to the American Heart Association, the following symptoms can indicate a heart attack:   More...

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Chronic Chest Pain a Potential Red Flag for Women

Contrary to typical portrayals in movies and on TV, heart attacks don’t always have a sudden, intense onset. A recent study finds that for women chronic chest pain may signal a future heart problem. Although no one likes to think about having a heart attack, would you know what to do if you were? Even if you know what to do, would you follow through? More important, would you act quickly?   More...

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The Role of Inflammation in Atherosclerosis

Researchers believe that chronic inflammation initiates and speeds along the process of atherosclerosis. How does inflammation damage your body and how can you detect it? Read on … When you read or hear the word "inflammation,” what comes to mind? An infected cut or scrape? Swollen, congested sinuses? Painful, arthritic joints? What about coronary heart disease? It probably wasn’t on the list. Yet a large amount of research shows that inflammation plays a role -- possibly…  More...

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Research on Heart Disease and Periodontal Disease

If your children and grandchildren think that being under age 50 protects them against coronary heart disease, you should tell them to think again. A study reported in the American Journal of Cardiology (Vol. 95, page 469) found that risk factors such as high blood pressure and cigarette smoking can have adverse effects on the arteries of people in their 20s, and the more risk factors present in…  More...

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Eating Right for Your Heart's Sake

Dr. M. Dominique Ashen from Johns Hopkins’ Ciccarone Center for the Prevention of Heart Disease shares 15 easy ways to increase your consumption of fruits and vegetables. Study after study reports that when your diet is high in fruits and vegetables -- which are the richest natural sources of vitamins, minerals, and fiber -- you are doing the best you can to protect your heart and help prevent many diseases, including cancer. …  More...

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Questions About Angina

Does having angina put you at risk for a heart attack? What’s the difference between stable and unstable angina? Johns Hopkins cardiologist Ravi Ranjan answers patients’ questions.  More...

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Heart Attack and Depression -- What's the Connection?

A heart attack is a catastrophic event, and a typical reaction includes periods of denial or despair, along with a mixture of symptoms of despondency, anxiety, insomnia, and irritability. For the majority of heart attack patients, these symptoms last a few days to several weeks after diagnosis, but then adjustment ensues as they learn -- with the help of family, friends, and doctors -- to cope with the recovery process.  More...

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