Heart-Healthy Living | National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI)

Heart-Healthy Living | National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI)

Overview

Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States for both men and women. But you can do a lot to protect your heart and stay healthy.

Heart-healthy living involves understanding your risk, making choices, and taking steps to reduce your chances of getting heart disease, including coronary heart disease, the most common type. Coronary and other types of heart disease cause heart attacks, but by taking preventive measures, you can lower your risk of developing heart disease and also improve your overall health and well-being. 

Learn more about living a heart-healthy lifestyle, our role in research and clinical trials to improve health, and where to find more information.

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