Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States. There are certain risk factors – such as family history and age – that are out of your…
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With the warm weather returning to Colorado, many people are shifting their workouts back outdoors after months inside. The ability to exercise outdoors while engaging in a variety of activities…
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The first time you experienced heart palpitations, it was probably very scary. Our heart beats out the rhythm of our lives, and when that rhythm is off, it can feel…
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Peripheral vascular disease (PVD) describes a condition in which the blood vessels in your arms and legs become constricted or even blocked. This is usually due to atherosclerosis, the buildup…
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In recent years, there has been an increasing volume of research indicating that ultra-processed foods increase your risk of a variety of health conditions. One area where these foods can…
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Updated April 14, 2025 Heart palpitations are a general category for any time your heartbeats don’t feel healthy or normal. Although they can be scary, especially the first time…
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Heart disease remains the leading cause of death in the US. However, cardiologists continue to explore innovative ways to deal with the disease. Thankfully, many of these developments show promise…
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High cholesterol levels, especially high LDL (low-density lipoproteins) levels, can significantly increase your risk of cardiovascular diseases. Having high LDL levels can increase your risk of: Heart attack Stroke Heart…
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The heart has four valves which open and close in a specific cadence to ensure blood flows through the heart in the proper direction. When one of these valves doesn’t…
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February is American Heart Month. This year marks the 61st year of this annual observance, where organizations such as the American Heart Association shine a spotlight on heart disease and…
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