Heart Health
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Healthy diet, physical activity, low stress and strong social supports really do help you live longer. Learn more about Heart Services at UCLA.
Seeing red? February is Women’s Heart Month, and each year women around the country wear scarlet to raise awareness of the risk heart disease poses for women. Heart disease is the leading killer of women in the United States, causing one of every three deaths, according to the [...]
Eating a Mediterranean diet pattern reduces heart attacks, strokes and death! Learn more about Heart Services at UCLA.
Substitute liquid fats for solid fats! Learn more about Heart Services at UCLA.
Enjoy a bit of dark chocolate, but only in small amounts! Chocolate is rich in resveratrol, cocoa and antioxidants. Learn more about Heart Services at UCLA.
When possible, stand. Limit sitting time! Learn more about Heart Services at UCLA.
Get your Zzzzzzzs! Try to get 7-8 hours of good quality sleep per night. Learn more about Heart Services at UCLA.
Sip your favorite brew! Both coffee and tea in moderation boost heart health. Coffee and tea are rich in catechins and flavonols. Learn more about Heart Services at UCLA.
Manage stress! Try exercise, yoga or meditation. Learn more about Heart Services at UCLA.