Heart Health Simplified

3 key nutrients for lower BP

The DASH approach to eating emphasizes getting these 3 key nutrients into your diet. more >>

The fuss about fat

Check out 11 of the many conditions associated with obesity. more >>

Why does hypertension happen?

High blood pressure doesn't come out of nowhere. Find out where it comes from. more >>

Medication matters

Half of us don't use our meds properly - sometimes with serious consequences. More >>

No hype weight loss plan

Here are a few no-brainer strategies for successful weight loss. More >>

Health Tip

Hot flashes during menopause can make both your days and nights miserable. To ease some of the discomfort, drink cool fluids, limit caffeine, alcohol, hot drinks, and spicy foods. Choose natural-fiber clothes and wear them loosely.

Healthy Habits for a Healthy Heart

Cook with whole grains
Add this healthy-heart ingredient to your daily menu.
Finding the right weight-loss plan for you
Low carb, high protein, the grapefruit diet! The options may seem overwhelming. So how can you find a weight-loss plan that is right for you?
Know your heart
Acquaint yourself with the inner workings of this amazing organ.

Tests and Procedures

Featured Associations

Braintree Rehabilitation Hospital
A Five Star Quality Care Hospital
Congenital Heart Information Network
Provides info on a condition that affects approximately 40,000 babies each year in the US alone.
Pulmonary Hypertension Association
The vision of PHA is to improve the lives of those affected by pulmonary hypertension.

Support Groups

Visit our Heart Health Support Group Database and get personal assistance for you or your loved ones. There are experienced health care professionals in your community that are well-prepared to provide care.

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