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Coronary artery disease (CAD) is the most common type of heart disease. It is the leading cause of death in the United States in both men and women. Determine your risk for developing CAD using this assessment tool.

Understanding CholesterolSee All
Triglycerides are the most common type of fat in your body. Most of your body's fat is stored as triglycerides. ...more
 Atherosclerosis in Why Control Cholesterol?
Atherosclerosis is a type of thickening or hardening of the arteries caused by a buildup of plaque in the inner lining of an artery. It can increase your risk of heart attack, stroke, and other circulatory conditions....more
 Coronary Heart Disease in Why Control Cholesterol?
A person with coronary heart disease has fatty deposits that have built up in the coronary arteries. These deposits narrow the arteries and can decrease or block the flow of blood to the heart. ...more
There are 7 main types of cholesterol-lowering medicines....more
It's important to get regular checkups and periodic exams, especially when you have cardiovascular disease. ...more
What is Cholesterol?Why Control Cholesterol?Strategies for Managing Cholesterol
Triglycerides are the most common type of fat in your body. Most of your body's fat is stored as triglycerides. ...more
 Atherosclerosis in Why Control Cholesterol?
Atherosclerosis is a type of thickening or hardening of the arteries caused by a buildup of plaque in the inner lining of an artery. It can increase your risk of heart attack, stroke, and other circulatory conditions....more
 Coronary Heart Disease in Why Control Cholesterol?
A person with coronary heart disease has fatty deposits that have built up in the coronary arteries. These deposits narrow the arteries and can decrease or block the flow of blood to the heart. ...more
There are 7 main types of cholesterol-lowering medicines....more
It's important to get regular checkups and periodic exams, especially when you have cardiovascular disease. ...more
Eating HealthySee All
 Cholesterol in the Blood in Learning About Fats
The cholesterol in your blood comes from the foods you eat and your liver. Your liver makes all of the cholesterol your body needs. ...more
Omega-3s are a beneficial and essential form of fat, one that your body needs but can't make. ...more
The Choose My Plate plan from the federal government is a guideline to help you eat a healthy diet. ...more
Maintaining a healthy diet is one of the best weapons for fighting cardiovascular disease and other heart conditions. ...more
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 Cholesterol in the Blood in Learning About Fats
The cholesterol in your blood comes from the foods you eat and your liver. Your liver makes all of the cholesterol your body needs. ...more
Omega-3s are a beneficial and essential form of fat, one that your body needs but can't make. ...more
The Choose My Plate plan from the federal government is a guideline to help you eat a healthy diet. ...more
Maintaining a healthy diet is one of the best weapons for fighting cardiovascular disease and other heart conditions. ...more
Managing WeightSee All
Your BMI gives a fairly accurate assessment of how much of your body is composed of fat. ...more
 Maintaining Weight Loss in Managing Weight
Keeping extra weight off needs effort and commitment, just as losing weight does....more
The longer a person is obese, the more they are at risk for problems. Many chronic diseases are linked with obesity. And obesity is hard to treat. Because of these reasons, prevention is very important. ...more
People sometimes gain weight when they stop smoking. But you can reduce your chances of adding extra pounds. You just need to take steps to prevent it. ...more
Your BMI gives a fairly accurate assessment of how much of your body is composed of fat. ...more
 Maintaining Weight Loss in Managing Weight
Keeping extra weight off needs effort and commitment, just as losing weight does....more
The longer a person is obese, the more they are at risk for problems. Many chronic diseases are linked with obesity. And obesity is hard to treat. Because of these reasons, prevention is very important. ...more
People sometimes gain weight when they stop smoking. But you can reduce your chances of adding extra pounds. You just need to take steps to prevent it. ...more
Getting ExerciseSee All
It's always important to talk with your healthcare provider before starting an exercise program. This is especially true if you have certain health conditions. ...more
 Creating an Exercise Program in Getting Exercise
To improve your heart and lung fitness, aim for 30 to 60 minutes of aerobic exercise several times a week. ...more
Lack of physical activity is a risk factor for many health problems. Read on to learn more about these risks, and how to get started being active. ...more
Physical inactivity is just as big a risk factor for heart disease as high blood pressure and smoking are. So, be the exception rather than the rule. Read on for some great ways to exercise for a healthier heart. ...more
It's always important to talk with your healthcare provider before starting an exercise program. This is especially true if you have certain health conditions. ...more
 Creating an Exercise Program in Getting Exercise
To improve your heart and lung fitness, aim for 30 to 60 minutes of aerobic exercise several times a week. ...more
Lack of physical activity is a risk factor for many health problems. Read on to learn more about these risks, and how to get started being active. ...more
Physical inactivity is just as big a risk factor for heart disease as high blood pressure and smoking are. So, be the exception rather than the rule. Read on for some great ways to exercise for a healthier heart. ...more
Breaking Bad HabitsSee All
 Alcohol and Your Heart in Limiting Alcohol
Alcohol may have some health benefits, including lowering the risk for heart disease, but it may also lead to abusive drinking and other diseases. ...more
Smoking tops the list of risk factors for heart disease. Learn more about how smoking affects your heart--as well as helpful tips to quit smoking. ...more
People sometimes gain weight when they stop smoking. But you can reduce your chances of adding extra pounds. You just need to take steps to prevent it. ...more
Mental stress does more than diminish your sense of well-being. It also can increase your risk for heart disease. ...more
 How to Beat Serious Stress in Managing Stress
When you're faced with a highly stressful event in your life, the strategies outlined here will help you cope. ...more
Limiting AlcoholQuitting SmokingManaging Stress
 Alcohol and Your Heart in Limiting Alcohol
Alcohol may have some health benefits, including lowering the risk for heart disease, but it may also lead to abusive drinking and other diseases. ...more
Smoking tops the list of risk factors for heart disease. Learn more about how smoking affects your heart--as well as helpful tips to quit smoking. ...more
People sometimes gain weight when they stop smoking. But you can reduce your chances of adding extra pounds. You just need to take steps to prevent it. ...more
Mental stress does more than diminish your sense of well-being. It also can increase your risk for heart disease. ...more
 How to Beat Serious Stress in Managing Stress
When you're faced with a highly stressful event in your life, the strategies outlined here will help you cope. ...more
Taking MedicationSee All
There are 7 main types of cholesterol-lowering medicines....more
 Know About Niacin in Taking Medication
Along with diet and exercise, treatment to lower cholesterol may include the B vitamin niacin combined with medicines, such as statins. ...more
These medicines make it easier to take care of coronary artery disease. They have helped many people stay healthy and prevent heart attacks. ...more
 Use Your Medicines Wisely in Taking Medication
Although most medicines are safe when you take them the right way, some of them can cause dizziness, loss of consciousness, bleeding, irregular heartbeats, and other side effects in some cases. ...more
These medicines are life-giving and powerful. It's important to take them just as your healthcare provider has prescribed. ...more
 Dietary Supplements in Taking Medication
Adding anything to your regular diet to improve your health or healing is considered a dietary supplement. ...more
There are 7 main types of cholesterol-lowering medicines....more
 Know About Niacin in Taking Medication
Along with diet and exercise, treatment to lower cholesterol may include the B vitamin niacin combined with medicines, such as statins. ...more
These medicines make it easier to take care of coronary artery disease. They have helped many people stay healthy and prevent heart attacks. ...more
 Use Your Medicines Wisely in Taking Medication
Although most medicines are safe when you take them the right way, some of them can cause dizziness, loss of consciousness, bleeding, irregular heartbeats, and other side effects in some cases. ...more
These medicines are life-giving and powerful. It's important to take them just as your healthcare provider has prescribed. ...more
 Dietary Supplements in Taking Medication
Adding anything to your regular diet to improve your health or healing is considered a dietary supplement. ...more
Healthy RecipesSee All
Keep this on hand for a quick meal, or prepare in batches to give as gifts....more
Mix pasta, spinach, beets, onion and walnuts in a salad bowl. Combine maple syrup, vinegar, and olive oil in a small jar and shake well. Pour over salad. Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate until you're ready to eat. ...more
Process the beans and spices in a blender, then refrigerate until ready to serve with baked corn chips. ...more
Bananas that are getting past ripe work perfectly in smoothies. Peel them, wrap them in plastic, and freeze them. ...more
This trout recipe uses lemon pepper, almonds, and lemon wedges for flavoring....more
A flavorful soup that's a snap to prepare....more
You don't have to tell anyone these are homemade, healthy granola bars. Just let your guests enjoy the chewiness of the oats and dense chocolate flavor from the highest-quality dark chocolate you can find. ...more
In a large pot, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add onion, carrots, celery, garlic, and pot herbs. ...more
Keep this on hand for a quick meal, or prepare in batches to give as gifts....more
Mix pasta, spinach, beets, onion and walnuts in a salad bowl. Combine maple syrup, vinegar, and olive oil in a small jar and shake well. Pour over salad. Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate until you're ready to eat. ...more
Process the beans and spices in a blender, then refrigerate until ready to serve with baked corn chips. ...more
Bananas that are getting past ripe work perfectly in smoothies. Peel them, wrap them in plastic, and freeze them. ...more
This trout recipe uses lemon pepper, almonds, and lemon wedges for flavoring....more
A flavorful soup that's a snap to prepare....more
You don't have to tell anyone these are homemade, healthy granola bars. Just let your guests enjoy the chewiness of the oats and dense chocolate flavor from the highest-quality dark chocolate you can find. ...more
In a large pot, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add onion, carrots, celery, garlic, and pot herbs. ...more
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 Adult BMI Calculator
Experts are increasingly urging people to know their BMI, a figure that takes into account not just weight but also height to indicate body fat....more
 Cost of Drinking Calculator
Drinking can be an expensive habit. While you may not notice a dollar here or two dollars there, consider how much you spend per week and per year on alcohol....more
 Cholesterol Quiz
An excess of cholesterol can build up in the arteries, narrowing them and slowing or blocking blood flow to the heart. Take this quiz to learn more about cholesterol and its role in your health....more
 Diet Quiz
At any given time, millions of people in the U.S. are trying to lose weight. They spend billions of dollars each year on weight-loss products and services. Learn more about diets and weight loss by taking this quiz....more
 Adult BMI Calculator
Experts are increasingly urging people to know their BMI, a figure that takes into account not just weight but also height to indicate body fat....more
 Cost of Drinking Calculator
Drinking can be an expensive habit. While you may not notice a dollar here or two dollars there, consider how much you spend per week and per year on alcohol....more
 Cholesterol Quiz
An excess of cholesterol can build up in the arteries, narrowing them and slowing or blocking blood flow to the heart. Take this quiz to learn more about cholesterol and its role in your health....more
 Diet Quiz
At any given time, millions of people in the U.S. are trying to lose weight. They spend billions of dollars each year on weight-loss products and services. Learn more about diets and weight loss by taking this quiz....more
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