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Do cruciferous vegetables lower blood pressure?
We fact-check claims that eating 'superfoods’ like broccoli, cauliflower and kale every day can reduce high blood pressure.
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Are vegetables as good for your heart as we thought?
We look behind the headlines after research suggests that eating more vegetables may not protect you against developing heart and circulatory disease.
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Does sleeping too little or too much raise your risk of heart disease?
Sleeping more than seven or less than six hours a night has been linked to a higher risk of a heart attack or stroke, according to new research.
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Are artificial sweeteners safe?
Researchers have recently been quoted in newspapers saying, “Artificial sweeteners should not be considered a safe alternative to sugar.” But what’s the truth? We look behind the headlines.
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10 things to do in a park this summer
Summer is a great time to get your friends and family to the park and get active with outdoor fun and games. We present ten of the best activities to do in your local park
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The 7 best free running apps
Running is a great way to get fit and relieve stress. We've picked our favourite free running apps to help you reach your goals.
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9 essential questions to ask your doctor
BHF Senior Cardiac Nurse, Regina Giblin, offers tips on what to ask during an NHS or private appointment with your GP, nurse or cardiologist, so you know what’s normal, what’s urgent and how to be proactive.
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Atherosclerosis
Atherosclerosis is the build-up of fatty material (atheroma) inside your arteries. It’s a potentially serious condition that causes most heart attacks and strokes but often goes unnoticed.
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Pacemakers
A pacemaker is a small device that can treat some abnormal heart rhythms (arrhythmias). Find out what it looks like, how it works and how it's fitted.
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Women and heart attacks: "I felt they didn't believe I was having a heart attack"
Carol Ighofose thought that she was having a heart attack - but she wasn't diagnosed until it was too late to save her heart from damage.