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Cholesterol Control Recommendations

High cholesterol is a leading risk factor for developing heart disease. When we control cholesterol levels, we can help reduce our chances of having a heart attack or developing other heart conditions, according to cardiology researcher, Dr. Matthew Budoff. Here … Continue reading

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Heart Health and Family History

It’s good that you are actively thinking about what steps you can take to prevent history from repeating itself. Although cardiovascular disease (CVD)—the number one killer and a leading cause of premature, permanent disability in the US—may be more common … Continue reading

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Arjuna aka The Heart Helper

Arjun is a tree common in Central and South India. Its bark has a long history of use in Ayurvedic medicine (the traditional medicine of India) for the treatment of heart problems. Other uses of various parts of the Arjun … Continue reading

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