Heart Health - Causes

Up to 12 million people in the U.S. are currently living with this condition. Here are the risk factors and treatments options.

Thanks to TV ads erectile dysfunction is no longer under the covers. Still, misconceptions remain. Learn what causes impotence and ways to reduce your risk.

As obesity rates climb, health problems such as diabetes are becoming more common. Here's a look at the disease by the numbers.

Even if you exercise, eat right, and never smoke, you could still be at risk.

While heart disease remains the leading cause of death among both genders, there are additional dangers for women.

While some heart murmurs are minor, others may signify a serious health issue. Here are the facts.

Broken Heart Syndrome can be harmful to your mind and body, and it can be treated.

When it comes to your cardiovascular health, the essentials are clear.

Many people successfully kick the habit, and you can too. Here, the top 10 benefits of smoke-free living.

When it comes to assessing cholesterol, HDL and LDL get most of the focus. But there's another category that deserves equal attention.

Sugar, butter, and cream may be one celebrity chef's go-to ingredients, but that doesn't mean you should follow in her footsteps. You can still recreate the cuisine of the Queen of Southern Cooking without doing damage to your health. Let a team of experts show you how.

You know a lot of things you should be doing for your health, but here are mindless habits you can drop now and then enjoy the health benefits for years to come.

Nerve damage doesn't only affect the legs, fingers, and the toes. It can also result in erectile dysfunction (ED), or impotence. Read on to find out how you can prevent ED from affecting you.

The ups and downs associated with relationships don't pertain only to emotions. In fact, your partnership, good or bad, can have a real effect on your body.

If you have Erectile Dysfunction (ED), getting your sex life back on track is probably a top priority. As a first step, consider whether these lifestyle changes are at the root of your sexual woes.

Fluid retention is a common occurrence. Here are 10 lifestyle changes you can make to help reduce or eliminate excess fluids.

During atrial fibrillation, the heart's two upper chambers beat out of sync with the two lower chambers. Learn about the potential causes and complications of this condition.

What exactly causes pulmonary embolism, and is there a way to lower your risk? Read on for some insight into this frightening malady.

What is it about chronic worrying and anxiety that increases the likelihood of suffering a heart attack? And how can you take steps to reduce that risk?

Are you an "apple"? Are you a "pear"? And what does that really determine anyway?

New research indicates that what may be good for your heart may be bad for your sex life. But does that mean you should stop taking NSAIDs and give up the heart benefits to avoid this sexual disorder?

If you've had surgery to remove part of your stomach or had gastric bypass surgery to help you lose weight, you may be susceptible to this condition.

A new study reveals some surprising factors when it comes to what brings on a heart attack.

Also known as hereditary hemochromatosis, the body absorbs too much iron from foods you eat. The excess iron then gets stored in your organs, especially the liver, heart, and pancreas, which over time can damage them and lead to life-threatening illnesses.

Your teen's daily consumption of what seems like a bottomless pit of sugar might seem harmless now, but that very behavior can put her heart at risk later on in life. Thankfully, you can put a stop to this.

Learn the essential rule of thumb for knowing the difference between heartburn and heart trouble.

Heart disease is the number one killer of men and women in the U.S. But heart disease is actually a category of diseases and it pays to know the different types.

According to a new study, women who experience high stress on their jobs have an increased risk for heart attack or other forms of heart disease.

It probably doesn't matter what type of creamer you use, or what's on the ingredient list if you drink a cup of coffee a day. But if you drink several cups a day, and add more than the standard serving size of creamer per cup, you may be getting more fat and sugar than you bargained for.

A new study finds that heart disease patients' risk of suffering a major cardiovascular event can be measured by their resting heart rate.