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Heart Disease

The risk for heart disease increases for our loved ones as we age. Find information about different types of heart conditions, preventing or managing heart disease over time, and how to seek and advocate for treatment.
The risk for heart disease increases for our loved ones as we age. Find information about different types of heart conditions, preventing or managing heart disease over time, and how to seek and advocate for treatment.

Best Diets for People with Heart Disease

If you have heart disease or want to improve your heart health, a healthy diet and lifestyle are often key. But it’s unrealistic to change your entire diet overnight. We recommend starting with small goals and working toward bigger ones.

BMI Chart: What Does It Mean?

Body mass index (BMI) is a tool for determining whether a person has a healthy weight-to-height ratio. But BMI is isn’t a good measure of health for every person.

More Ways to Manage Your Health

Get information on prevention and how to manage ongoing health conditions focused on physical and mental health. From exercise tips to diet and nutrition, this is your one-stop shop for caring for yourself and loved ones.

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