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Understanding CholesterolSee All
 The Truth About Triglycerides in What is Cholesterol?
Triglycerides are the most common type of fat in your body. Most of your body's fat is stored as triglycerides. ...more
 Atherosclerosis in Why Control Cholesterol?
Atherosclerosis is a type of thickening or hardening of the arteries caused by a buildup of plaque in the inner lining of an artery. It can increase your risk of heart attack, stroke, and other circulatory conditions. ...more
 Coronary Heart Disease in Why Control Cholesterol?
A person with coronary heart disease has fatty deposits that have built up in the coronary arteries. These deposits narrow the arteries and can decrease or block the flow of blood to the heart. ...more
 Heart Disease Worksheet in Strategies for Managing Cholesterol
It's important to get regular checkups and periodic exams, especially when you have cardiovascular disease. ...more
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 The Truth About Triglycerides in What is Cholesterol?
Triglycerides are the most common type of fat in your body. Most of your body's fat is stored as triglycerides. ...more
 Atherosclerosis in Why Control Cholesterol?
Atherosclerosis is a type of thickening or hardening of the arteries caused by a buildup of plaque in the inner lining of an artery. It can increase your risk of heart attack, stroke, and other circulatory conditions. ...more
 Coronary Heart Disease in Why Control Cholesterol?
A person with coronary heart disease has fatty deposits that have built up in the coronary arteries. These deposits narrow the arteries and can decrease or block the flow of blood to the heart. ...more
 Heart Disease Worksheet in Strategies for Managing Cholesterol
It's important to get regular checkups and periodic exams, especially when you have cardiovascular disease. ...more
Eating HealthySee All
 Omega-3 Fatty Acids and Coronary Heart Disease in Learning About Fats
Omega-3s are a beneficial and essential form of fat, one that your body needs but can't make. ...more
 Diet to Help Prevent Heart Disease in Making Healthy Food Choices
My Plate plan from the federal government is a guideline to help you eat a healthy diet. ...more
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 Omega-3 Fatty Acids and Coronary Heart Disease in Learning About Fats
Omega-3s are a beneficial and essential form of fat, one that your body needs but can't make. ...more
 Diet to Help Prevent Heart Disease in Making Healthy Food Choices
My Plate plan from the federal government is a guideline to help you eat a healthy diet. ...more
Managing WeightSee All
 Finding Out Your Body Mass Index (BMI) in Managing Weight
Your BMI gives a fairly accurate assessment of how much of your body is composed of fat. ...more
 Maintaining Weight Loss in Managing Weight
Keeping extra weight off needs effort and commitment, just as losing weight does....more
 Maintaining Weight Once You've Quit Smoking in Managing Weight
People sometimes gain weight when they stop smoking. But you can reduce your chances of adding extra pounds. You just need to take steps to prevent it. ...more
 Finding Out Your Body Mass Index (BMI) in Managing Weight
Your BMI gives a fairly accurate assessment of how much of your body is composed of fat. ...more
 Maintaining Weight Loss in Managing Weight
Keeping extra weight off needs effort and commitment, just as losing weight does....more
 Maintaining Weight Once You've Quit Smoking in Managing Weight
People sometimes gain weight when they stop smoking. But you can reduce your chances of adding extra pounds. You just need to take steps to prevent it. ...more
Getting ExerciseSee All
 Exercise: Before Starting an Exercise Program in Getting Exercise
It's always important to talk with your healthcare provider before starting an exercise program. This is especially true if you have certain health conditions. ...more
 Health Risks of Not Being Physically Active in Getting Exercise
Lack of physical activity is a risk factor for many health problems. Read on to learn more about these risks, and how to get started being active. ...more
 Exercise Your Way to a Healthy Heart in Getting Exercise
Physical inactivity is just as big a risk factor for heart disease as high blood pressure and smoking are. So, be the exception rather than the rule. Read on for some great ways to exercise for a healthier heart. ...more
 Exercise: Before Starting an Exercise Program in Getting Exercise
It's always important to talk with your healthcare provider before starting an exercise program. This is especially true if you have certain health conditions. ...more
 Health Risks of Not Being Physically Active in Getting Exercise
Lack of physical activity is a risk factor for many health problems. Read on to learn more about these risks, and how to get started being active. ...more
 Exercise Your Way to a Healthy Heart in Getting Exercise
Physical inactivity is just as big a risk factor for heart disease as high blood pressure and smoking are. So, be the exception rather than the rule. Read on for some great ways to exercise for a healthier heart. ...more
Breaking Bad HabitsSee All
 Maintaining Weight Once You've Quit Smoking in Quitting Smoking
People sometimes gain weight when they stop smoking. But you can reduce your chances of adding extra pounds. You just need to take steps to prevent it. ...more
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 Maintaining Weight Once You've Quit Smoking in Quitting Smoking
People sometimes gain weight when they stop smoking. But you can reduce your chances of adding extra pounds. You just need to take steps to prevent it. ...more
Taking MedicationSee All
 Know About Niacin in Taking Medication
Along with diet and exercise, treatment to lower cholesterol may include the B vitamin niacin combined with medicines, such as statins. ...more
 Use Your Medicines Wisely in Taking Medication
Although most medicines are safe when you take them the right way, some of them can cause dizziness, loss of consciousness, bleeding, irregular heartbeats, and other side effects in some cases. ...more
 When You're Taking Heart Medicines in Taking Medication
These medicines are life-giving and powerful. It's important to take them just as your healthcare provider has prescribed. ...more
 Dietary Supplements in Taking Medication
Adding anything to your regular diet to improve your health or healing is considered a dietary supplement. ...more
 Know About Niacin in Taking Medication
Along with diet and exercise, treatment to lower cholesterol may include the B vitamin niacin combined with medicines, such as statins. ...more
 Use Your Medicines Wisely in Taking Medication
Although most medicines are safe when you take them the right way, some of them can cause dizziness, loss of consciousness, bleeding, irregular heartbeats, and other side effects in some cases. ...more
 When You're Taking Heart Medicines in Taking Medication
These medicines are life-giving and powerful. It's important to take them just as your healthcare provider has prescribed. ...more
 Dietary Supplements in Taking Medication
Adding anything to your regular diet to improve your health or healing is considered a dietary supplement. ...more
Healthy RecipesSee All
 Base for a Variation on Hummus in Healthy Recipes
Keep this on hand for a quick meal, or prepare in batches to give as gifts....more
 Beet-All Pasta Salad in Healthy Recipes
Mix pasta, spinach, beets, onion and walnuts in a salad bowl. Combine maple syrup, vinegar, and olive oil in a small jar and shake well. Pour over salad. Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate until you're ready to eat. ...more
 Blender Bean Dip in Healthy Recipes
Process the beans and spices in a blender, then refrigerate until ready to serve with baked corn chips. ...more
 Blueberry Banana Smoothie in Healthy Recipes
Bananas that are getting past ripe work perfectly in smoothies. Peel them, wrap them in plastic, and freeze them. ...more
 Broiled Trout with Almonds in Healthy Recipes
This trout recipe uses lemon pepper, almonds, and lemon wedges for flavoring....more
 Cream of Broccoli Soup in Healthy Recipes
A flavorful soup that's a snap to prepare....more
 Dark Chocolate Chip Oat Bars in Healthy Recipes
You don't have to tell anyone these are homemade, healthy granola bars. Just let your guests enjoy the chewiness of the oats and dense chocolate flavor from the highest-quality dark chocolate you can find. ...more
 Do-It-Yourself Minestrone Soup in Healthy Recipes
In a large pot, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add onion, carrots, celery, garlic, and pot herbs. ...more
 Base for a Variation on Hummus in Healthy Recipes
Keep this on hand for a quick meal, or prepare in batches to give as gifts....more
 Beet-All Pasta Salad in Healthy Recipes
Mix pasta, spinach, beets, onion and walnuts in a salad bowl. Combine maple syrup, vinegar, and olive oil in a small jar and shake well. Pour over salad. Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate until you're ready to eat. ...more
 Blender Bean Dip in Healthy Recipes
Process the beans and spices in a blender, then refrigerate until ready to serve with baked corn chips. ...more
 Blueberry Banana Smoothie in Healthy Recipes
Bananas that are getting past ripe work perfectly in smoothies. Peel them, wrap them in plastic, and freeze them. ...more
 Broiled Trout with Almonds in Healthy Recipes
This trout recipe uses lemon pepper, almonds, and lemon wedges for flavoring....more
 Cream of Broccoli Soup in Healthy Recipes
A flavorful soup that's a snap to prepare....more
 Dark Chocolate Chip Oat Bars in Healthy Recipes
You don't have to tell anyone these are homemade, healthy granola bars. Just let your guests enjoy the chewiness of the oats and dense chocolate flavor from the highest-quality dark chocolate you can find. ...more
 Do-It-Yourself Minestrone Soup in Healthy Recipes
In a large pot, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add onion, carrots, celery, garlic, and pot herbs. ...more
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Interactive ToolsSee All
 Adult BMI Calculator
Experts are increasingly urging people to know their BMI, a figure that takes into account not just weight but also height to indicate body fat....more
 Target Heart Rate Calculator
Your target heart rate is the range at which sustained physical activity - running, cycling, swimming laps, or any other aerobic exercise - is considered safe and effective....more
 Diet Quiz
At any given time, millions of people in the U.S. are trying to lose weight. They spend billions of dollars each year on weight-loss products and services. Learn more about diets and weight loss by taking this quiz....more
 Medicine Interaction Quiz
True or false: An interaction between alcohol and a medicine can lead to extreme drowsiness and other effects. Do you know the answer to this and other questions about medicine interaction?...more
 Adult BMI Calculator
Experts are increasingly urging people to know their BMI, a figure that takes into account not just weight but also height to indicate body fat....more
 Target Heart Rate Calculator
Your target heart rate is the range at which sustained physical activity - running, cycling, swimming laps, or any other aerobic exercise - is considered safe and effective....more
 Diet Quiz
At any given time, millions of people in the U.S. are trying to lose weight. They spend billions of dollars each year on weight-loss products and services. Learn more about diets and weight loss by taking this quiz....more
 Medicine Interaction Quiz
True or false: An interaction between alcohol and a medicine can lead to extreme drowsiness and other effects. Do you know the answer to this and other questions about medicine interaction?...more
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