Lifestyle
Physical activity and heart health: how much is enough?
Regular movement is one of the best things you can do for your heart. Here is what the recommendations say and how to fit activity into a busy week.
Articles on heart health and inflammation
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Explainers on the conditions and habits that shape cardiovascular health. All articles are general information and not medical advice.
Lifestyle
Digital health: apps and wearables for monitoring inflammation and heart health
Smartwatches and health apps can track heart rate, rhythm and sleep. Here is what they can and cannot tell you about inflammation and heart health.
Lifestyle
The Role of Stress Management in Heart Health
Long-term stress affects blood pressure, inflammation and everyday habits. Learn how stress affects the heart and which techniques help.
Lifestyle
Top Anti-Inflammatory Foods to Support Heart Health
The foods we eat every day can either increase or reduce inflammation. Here are the anti-inflammatory foods most linked to a healthy heart, and what to limit.
Inflammation
CRP and inflammation: what a blood test can and cannot tell you
CRP is the most common blood test for inflammation. Learn what the result means, the difference between standard and high-sensitivity CRP, and its link to heart health.
Heart health
Atrial fibrillation: symptoms, risks and when to seek care
Atrial fibrillation is the most common heart rhythm disorder. Learn how it feels, why it raises the risk of stroke and how it is treated.
Heart health
Cholesterol explained: LDL, HDL and what your numbers mean
LDL, HDL, triglycerides: a cholesterol test gives you several numbers. Here is what they mean for your heart and what you can do to improve them.
Heart health
High blood pressure: why the silent risk factor matters
High blood pressure rarely causes symptoms, yet it is one of the biggest risk factors for heart attack and stroke. Here is what the numbers mean and what helps.
Heart health
Symptoms of Heart or Valvular Valve Disease
Heart valve disease happens when one of the heart's four valves does not work properly. Learn the causes, the symptoms and when to see your doctor.
Inflammation
Joint Inflammation
Joint inflammation can affect your day-to-day life if ignored. Here is what causes it, which signs to watch for and what can help.