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Foods to Help Lower Your Cholesterol
Controlling your cholesterol isn't just about what NOT to eat – certain foods can also improve your cholesterol levels. Struggling with high cholesterol? You can get this under control with some simple changes in your eating habits. A few tweaks … Continue reading
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Risk Factors of Heart Disease
Take control over your health and lower your heart disease risk! Heart disease has claimed too many lives. You don't have to be the next! You may not be able to change your gender, age, or family history, but there … Continue reading
What Does It Mean to Have Chest Pain Accreditation?
St. Lucie Medical Center is pleased to announce our distinction as an Accredited Chest Pain Center. The Society of Chest Pain Centers implemented the Chest Pain Accreditation process to ensure that facilities meet or exceed the quality-of-care measures set in … Continue reading
Coffee: Is It Good for You or Not?
Coffee is a true staple of the American diet. Serviced by massive trendy coffee chains, as well as home gourmet coffee makers, people young and old cannot get enough of this tasty beverage. As you drink cup after cup, day … Continue reading
Top Tips for Preventing Heartburn
Heartburn occurs when the stomach regurgitates acid back into the esophagus, causing a burning sensation just below the breast plate near the heart's location. Heartburn affects millions of people each day. If you find yourself constantly experiencing heartburn, follow these … Continue reading
Super Foods for Heart Health
Heart disease is one of the leading causes of death in the United States and affects hundreds of thousands of people each year. In honor of American Heart Month, St. Lucie Medical Center has put together for you a list … Continue reading
The Benefits of Cardiac Rehab
If you have heart disease, your physician might have already recommended cardiac rehab. This rehabilitation program helps you exercise safely to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Cardiac rehab will include exercise programs, as well as education, suggestions for lifestyle changes, and … Continue reading
Heart-Healthy Foods for Your Thanksgiving Table
Your year probably has been a busy one—full of ups and downs, fun times and tough times. But no matter what you’ve been through, you’ll want to make Thanksgiving a special celebration with your family and friends. If you’re in … Continue reading