Heart Health Archive

Seasons can affect blood pressure. But winter chills, holiday weight gain, and salty comfort foods can also push readings higher as warm weather gives way to cold.

Regular blood donations can slowly drain iron stores, lowering hemoglobin levels. Iron supplements may help rebuild them.

After a heart attack, a cardiac rehab program comprised of supervised exercise, lifestyle coaching, and emotional support can reshape daily habits and lower the odds of future trouble.

A low HDL number can be worrisome even with normal cholesterol. Explore lifestyle shifts that may nudge your good cholesterol higher.

Learn what pelvic phleboliths are and whether treatment is needed.

Both systolic and diastolic readings matter. But large studies have shifted focus toward the top number. See what each reveals about heart risk.

An unusually low LDL result on a screening exam can be puzzling. Learn when small numbers reflect benefit and when they might signal a hidden problem.

Legs that repeatedly give out after activity, then recover with rest, may point to more than low minerals and warrant prompt medical evaluation.

A rising triglyceride level can increase risk of damage to the heart and pancreas. Learn which foods to eat and limit to improve your numbers.