DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I am 42 and recently was diagnosed with diabetes. My doctor said I could manage the condition with […]
Healthy menus and shopping strategies
Looking for ways to make meals healthier yet still enticing? You can plan healthy menus by browsing healthy recipes online […]
The role of cholesterol in heart health
Most people know that high cholesterol is bad for their heart, but few people really understand what cholesterol is. In this Mayo […]
Tips to reduce salt in your diet
Have you set new health goals for the new year? Those with high blood pressure or who are at risk may want […]
Mayo survey: Americans taking action to improve heart health
Results of a new Mayo Clinic survey show most Americans are working to improve their heart health. “Heart disease is still the No. […]
Can whole-grain foods lower blood pressure?
Can eating more whole-grain foods help lower blood pressure? Answer From Katherine Zeratsky, R.D., L.D. It might. Regularly eating more whole-grain […]
Heart-healthier choices at fast-food restaurants
More than 36 percent of American adults consume fast food on a given day, according to a recent report by the Centers […]
Eggs: Are they good or bad for my cholesterol?
Are chicken eggs good or bad for my cholesterol? Answer From Francisco Lopez-Jimenez, M.D. Chicken eggs are an affordable source […]
10 ways to control high blood pressure without medication
By making these 10 lifestyle changes, you can lower your blood pressure and reduce your risk of heart disease.By Mayo […]
Menopause and the heart connection
Women experience menopause at different ages — and different ways — which can, among other things, affect their heart health. […]
Heart Health Challenge: Mind Your Salt
Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States for both men and women. In honor of heart […]
New year, new goals, new edition of ‘The Mayo Clinic Diet’
Each new year brings new hope and many weight loss goals that often go unrealized. “The foundation of any weight loss program, […]