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The power of a healthy cardiovascular system for your heart

WEBThe cardiovascular system, or circulatory system, is made up of your heart, blood and blood vessels. Your heart uses the network of blood vessels (arteries, veins and capillaries) to …

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The human heart • Heart Research Institute

WEBThe heart is one of the most important organs in the human body. It is a powerful fist-sized muscle that pumps blood around the body through a network of blood vessels – …

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Cardiovascular disease: impacts and risks • Heart Research Institute

WEBSome of the most common cardiovascular diseases include the following. Abnormal heart rhythms: Atrial fibrillation, where the heart beats irregularly or rapidly, is one example. …

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Understanding what is high cholesterol: signs & symptoms

WEBLifestyle contributions to elevated cholesterol levels. The risk factors for high cholesterol that can be controlled include the following. Poor diet: What we eat has an impact on …

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What is normal blood pressure by age

WEBBlood pressure is the force of blood pushing against the walls of your arteries as the heart pumps blood around your body. Blood pressure readings can give an indication of how …

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Inactivity and a sedentary lifestyle

WEBA sedentary lifestyle increases the risk of a variety of medical conditions. Long periods of sitting have been linked to cardiovascular disease.The risk of developing type 2 …

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Atherosclerosis: causes and risk factors • HRI

WEBInactivity: Lack of exercise can contribute to being an unhealthy weight and increase the risk of high blood pressure and cholesterol levels, and atherosclerosis. Poor nutrition: A diet high in saturated fat, trans fat, LDL cholesterol, salt and sugar can contribute to being an unhealthy weight. Smoking: Smoking can damage the arteries and

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Learn About Heart Disease and Health • Heart Research Institute UK

WEBObesity and overweight. Obesity and being overweight is a condition where a person carries excessive body fat that presents a risk to health. Learn about women and heart disease, …

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Heart Disease and Health • Heart Research Institute UK

WEBCardiovascular disease includes heart disease, atrial fibrillation, heart attack and stroke. The primary cause of cardiovascular disease is atherosclerosis. By understanding the …

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10 healthy eating habits to get into • Heart Research Institute UK

WEBSnack on whole foods like fruit, nuts, yoghurt, eggs, tuna, wholegrain crackers, cheese and vegetables. 10. Eat 2 and 5 every day. Fruit and vegetables are the cornerstone of a …

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Managing sleep problems • Heart Research Institute UK

WEBTry to spend time in natural daylight during the day. This will help with your body clock and the melatonin levels in the body, and improve sleep at night. Sleep aids like sleeping …

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Hydration and your heart • Heart Research Institute

WEBProper hydration is essential for your heart. Your heart is constantly pumping blood through your body. Beating on average 72 times a minute, it pumps around 7,600 litres every …

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Core strength: importance and maintenance • HRI

WEBCore muscle strengthening is often an important part of rehabilitation after a back injury. We use our core muscles while performing daily tasks like getting up from a chair, standing, …

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What is non-HDL cholesterol

WEBWhen it comes to cholesterol, many people are familiar with terms like "LDL" (low-density lipoprotein or “bad” cholesterol) and "HDL" (high-density lipoprotein or “good” …

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Smoking and heart disease • Heart Research Institute

WEBIn just 20 minutes of giving up smoking, resting heart rate (a key indicator of overall fitness) will reduce. After 12 hours, carbon monoxide levels in the blood will have dropped …

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All about carbs • Heart Research Institute UK

WEBThis article was written by an Accredited Practicing Dietitian from The Healthy Eating Hub. The Healthy Eating Hub is a team of university-qualified nutritionists and dietitians who …

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Health claims on nutrition labels • Heart Research Institute

WEBHealth claims are words used on the label to draw attention to a particular health-promoting property of the product. They are usually not a good way of picking a food as they can often be misleading. Check ingredients lists and nutrition information panels to get some more information. Also, don’t forget to ask yourself whether it is a core

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