Heart Health
Know your Big 3 heart numbers
Healthy blood pressure, cholesterol, and blood sugar can lower your risk for cardiovascular disease.
- Reviewed by Howard E. LeWine, MD, Chief Medical Editor, Harvard Health Publishing
Many tests and numbers can help you manage your overall health. But when it comes to heart health, you need to focus on the Big 3: blood pressure, cholesterol, and blood sugar.
"These best predict cardiovascular disease risks, including heart disease, heart attack, and stroke," says Dr. Howard LeWine, editor in chief of Harvard Men's Health Watch.
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About the Author
Matthew Solan, Executive Editor, Harvard Men's Health Watch
About the Reviewer
Howard E. LeWine, MD, Chief Medical Editor, Harvard Health Publishing
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